Contracts Manager

Conair Group Inc. • Abbotsford, BC

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Conair is seeking a full-time permanent Contracts Manager based in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada. Hybrid remote work arrangements will be considered. This new role requires a candidate with strong experience in managing commercial and operational agreements, procurement processes, regulatory requirements, and governance policies. The role will report directly to the General Counsel and collaborate with internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure contracts align with company requirements and operational needs. The position offers opportunities to expand skill sets by working with Conair’s legal counsel on projects such as aircraft acquisition and sales, aerial fire-fighting service procurements, airtanker conversion programs, and other strategic initiatives.

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in contract administration, contract coordination, procurement, legal administration, or a similar role.
• Strong ability to read, interpret, and draft commercial and operational agreements.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Valid passport (able to travel within Canada & internationally).
• Ability to obtain and maintain airport security clearance, if required.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian citizenship or permanent residency).

Nice To Haves

• Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Paralegal Studies, Contracts Management, Procurement/Supply Chain, Finance, Legal or a related field would be considered an asset.
• Experience in aviation, industrial, engineering, or operational environments would be considered an asset.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to read, interpret, and draft legal and commercial agreements.
• Ability to take initiative and anticipate needs and act before being asked.
• Comfortable working in self-directed manner including managing your own workload, setting goals, and solving problems independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines and prioritize accordingly.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and document management systems.
• Experience working with confidential and sensitive information.
• Eagerness to learn new skills and take on projects that require.

Responsibilities

• Provide contract support to Conair’s internal departments, including Flight Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Finance, Business Development, IT, Safety, Procurement and Special Programs.
• Engage directly with customers, vendors, sub-contractors and professional service providers (e.g. insurance, finance and legal advisors) regarding contract-related matters.
• Engage directly with external stakeholders and third parties to negotiate mutually agreeable, favorable pricing and terms.
• Prepare, review, edit, and administer a variety of commercial agreements and related documentation, including: service agreements, NDAs, vendor contracts, software licenses, consulting agreements, intercompany agreements and operational documentation.
• Manage contract execution, renewals, amendments, and document retention. Maintain contract trackers, databases, and document management system. Assist with developing templates, standard clauses, and internal procedures. Monitor key dates, deliverables, and compliance requirements under agreements. Support operational and administrative teams with contract-related inquiries and documentation.
• Assist with development, implementation and compliance of key governance policies and practices relating to data privacy, anti-corruption and sanctions, financial oversight (know-your-customer) and other regulatory and risk driven compliance regimes.
• Get involved in non-routine, high-impact initiatives which could include mergers and acquisitions (M&A), corporate restructuring, capital expenditure and major infrastructure rollouts, or IT/digital driven transformations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed