Director of Contracts

A leading global aerospace propulsion business is looking to appoint a Contracts Director to support the continued growth of its commercial aftermarket and engine support activities across global airline and lessor customers.This is a high-impact commercial leadership role sitting at the intersection of contracts, sales, pricing, customer engagement, and product support within a highly complex aerospace environment.If you’re operating at a senior level within aerospace contracts, commercial operations, engine programs, or aviation aftermarket environments and want a role with real visibility, ownership, and progression, this is a standout opportunity.Key Responsibilities:• Lead complex aerospace contract negotiations and commercial agreements• Manage pricing structures, approvals, and customer contract administration• Drive quote-to-contract workflows across airline and lessor customers• Support commercial growth initiatives and aftermarket sales activities• Develop annual forecasts, revenue plans, and commercial reporting metrics• Partner closely with commercial, legal, operations, and program teams globally• Improve contract processes, workflow efficiency, and reporting accuracy• Support customer negotiations, legal reviews, and commercial discussions• Lead and develop a commercial/contracts support team• Support wider aerospace commercial negotiation activity as requiredWhat They’re Looking For:• 5–10+ years within aerospace, aviation, engine aftermarket, or OEM environments• Strong experience across contracts, commercial operations, or business development• Experience managing complex customer agreements and negotiations• Understanding of aerospace aftermarket and propulsion environments preferred• Strong analytical, forecasting, and financial acumen• Ability to operate within fast-paced international environments• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills• Leadership experience across commercial or cross-functional teams• Experience with Salesforce, Excel, and commercial reporting tools preferredWhy This Role?• Opportunity to work within a globally recognised aerospace propulsion environment• High visibility across international airline, lessor, and OEM customers• Blend of contracts, commercial strategy, and customer-facing responsibility• Significant long-term progression opportunities within a global aerospace platform• Strong compensation package including bonus and long-term career growth