Unleash the Power of Multi-Mission Excellence: Safeguarding the Seas for the World's Navies.

Step into a world where cutting-edge technology meets unparalleled expertise. Ultra Maritime pioneers delivering multi-mission solutions that protect and empower the naval forces worldwide. With our extensive portfolio of capabilities, our innovations are utilized on naval fleets across our allied navies around the globe.

As the maritime and underwater battlespace evolves, we tirelessly push the boundaries to develop advanced specialist systems that provide our 'five-eyes' Defense customers with an unbeatable warfighting edge. From surface vessels to sub-surface operations and unmanned platforms, we are revolutionizing the way naval missions are executed.

We thrive on collaboration and partnering with our customers to ensure mission success. Our expert solutions encompass an array of game-changing technologies, including state-of-the-art sonar, radar, and expendables.

Join us in shaping the future of naval warfare and together, we will safeguard the seas and empower navies worldwide!

The Ultra Commercial function is responsible for negotiating the terms and conditions in contracts, ensuring compliance with the terms and conditions, and agreeing on any changes or amendments that may arise in the management of contracts made with customers, vendors, partners, or employees.

This role performs an important oversight function to ensure adherence to internal procedures on bid management and approval and acts as the conduit between the sales and technical teams and other group functions, including finance and legal. The ideal candidate will have the technical/professional knowledge to make independent judgements, based on practice and relevant previous experience to support decision making. Often seen as a referral point or more senior team member to escalate more complex problems. The role will require the preparation of routine and some complex contracts for the protection of company's contractual posture, satisfaction of government specifications and requirements, and adherence to company policy. The role will conduct negotiations and administration of contracts between the company/customers/subcontractors/vendors ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures and government regulations. The Role will require researching contractual terms and conditions and employing technical concepts. The role will act independently at times with necessary guidance.

Nationality Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to obtain the relevant security clearance required for the role, due to the nature of the programmes we deliver for our customers.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Reviews and approves all contractual documents for protection of company's contractual posture, satisfaction of government specifications and requirements, and adherence to company policy.
• Advises leadership of contractual rights and obligations and also provides interpretation of terms and conditions.
• Prepare, review, and edit contracts, agreements, and other legal documents to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with company policies and relevant laws.
• Lead the negotiation and execution of contract amendments or extensions when necessary.
• Lead and manage contract life cycle, including kick-off and close activities
• Monitor and enforce contract compliance throughout the contract's lifecycle, including tracking key milestones, deliverables, and deadlines.
• Maintain an organized and up-to-date contract repository, including version control, renewal dates, and related documentation.
• Identify and assess potential risks associated with contracts and propose mitigation strategies to protect the organization's interests.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with vendors, clients, and other stakeholders to facilitate effective communication and collaboration.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in laws and regulations that may impact contracts and ensure all contracts comply with relevant legal requirements.
• Generate reports and provide contract-related data and insights to management and other stakeholders as needed.
• Conduct training sessions or provide guidance to employees and team members on contract management best practices and compliance.

Required Education & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) and 5+ years of contracts related experience

Experience managing full scope of contract support, including kick-off meetings to close out activities

May be required to maintain security clearance

Preferred Education & Experience

Advanced Degree

Direct experience in DoD or military contracting

Working knowledge of FAR/DFARS

Understanding of commercial terms and conditions

Certification in contract management (e.g., CPCM, CFCM, CCCM) is a plus

Familiarity with specific contract types (e.g., procurement contracts, service agreements, NDAs) may be required in certain industries

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Diverse & Inclusive Employer

Ultra Maritime is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a respectful, and diverse workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not tolerate discrimination of any kind. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, marital status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

As a defense contractor, we are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and security. We operate a drug-free workplace and, where permitted by law, conduct pre-employment background checks and substance abuse screening.

We offer competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k match, paid time off and family leave, and much more! 

Reasonable accommodation statement: if you need an accommodation for any part of the application process, please email [email protected]

Company: Ultra Maritime