To continue setting trends in our niche industry on the global market, we systematically invest in the growth, development, and quality of our business, and we are looking for a motivated individual eager to work and learn in a dynamic and challenging environment for the position of:
DIRECTOR CONTRACT AND COMMERCIAL MANAGEMENT (m/f/d)
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
- Lead, mentor, and grow the Contract and Commercial Management department, fostering a business-oriented, highly collaborative team culture.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for executive stakeholders on contractual matters, major commercial disputes, high-stakes negotiations, and strategic risk exposures.
- Oversee the structuring, drafting, and negotiation of complex international EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) contracts.
- Oversee external counsel and specialized legal advisors to ensure cost-effective delivery of external expertise.
- Lead negotiations for strategic supplier frame agreements, high-value partnership and joint venture contracts, and global agency/sales representative agreements.
- Manage legal and commercial compliance for public and private subsidies and grants, ensuring full adherence to reporting and governance requirements.
- Lead commercial management throughout the entire contract lifecycle—from initial tender/bidding phase through execution, claim management, and closeout.
- Partner with project directors to mitigate commercial risks, identify opportunities for value creation, and proactively manage scope changes, variations, and claims.
- Standardize contract templates, commercial playbooks, and negotiation guidelines to streamline operational legal processes across the organization.
WHAT QUALIFICATIONS YOU SHOULD HAVE:
- Advanced degree in Law (J.D. / LL.M. / Master of Laws) or Commercial Law / Business Administration with a heavy concentration in contract law.
- 5-10 years of progressive experience in commercial contract management or legal counsel roles.
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing, mentoring, and leading a legal/commercial department or team.
- Deep, practical expertise in EPC contracting, government clients, large-scale industrial/infrastructure projects, supplier frame frameworks, agency structures, and grant/subsidy governance.
- Expert knowledge of EPC/FIDIC structures, supplier frame agreements, partnership/joint venture models, agency agreements, and subsidy management.
- Superior negotiation skills with a track record of driving optimal commercial solutions on complex, high-value deals.
- Strong capability in aligning contractual milestones with operational project execution, claim management, and financial objectives.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal and commercial risks into actionable executive guidance.
- Excellent spoken and written proficiency in English.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU:
- The opportunity to work on challenging and innovative projects in the robotics and autonomous field
- Ability to work with cutting-edge tools and technologies
- Creative and dynamic working environment
- Ability to grow and learn through the systematic employee education system
- Competitive compensation package
- Flexible working time models
- Ensuring work-life balance
- Supporting sports activities
- Additional health insurance
- Transportation and meal allowance
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Contact person: Ana Žižić ana.zizic@rheinmetalluv.com
Sounds interesting? We look forward to your application.