Contracts Officer - Fixed Term 18 Months

About Airbus Financial Services Limited

Airbus Financial Services Limited (AFS), located in Dublin’s IFSC, is a fully owned subsidiary of Airbus SAS, a leading manufacturer dominating approximately half of all orders for airliners seating over 100 passengers. AFS specializes in aircraft financing through direct leasing and financial vehicles for various Airbus clientele including airlines. The company also manages customer financing and asset management across the Airbus group. Additionally, through its subsidiary Airbus Flight Hour Services Limited (AFHS), it delivers component availability, exchange, and overhaul services.

Role Overview and Responsibilities

The Contracts Officer will handle the daily management of an assigned portfolio of contracts pertaining to AFHS and its subsidiaries or affiliates, assisting Contract Managers as needed. Duties encompass:

• Managing contract administration processes.
• Reviewing contract documentation, preparing spreadsheets, and updating internal systems to enable prompt invoice and credit note issuance.
• Following up on overdue payments and outstanding amounts.
• Coordinating with managers located in Dublin, Toulouse, and other global offices to ensure contracts are managed accurately and efficiently.
• Compiling reports as requested by department heads and senior management within AFS.
• Identifying opportunities to improve existing systems and processes, contributing to procedure updates and implementations.

Qualifications and Skills

• Relevant educational background or experience in finance, aviation, or a related field demonstrating required aptitudes.
• Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational and communication skills.
• Reliability, decisiveness, efficiency, and the ability to meet deadlines both independently and within a team environment.
• Comfort working under pressure whilst maintaining harmonious team relationships.
• Strong numerical skills and experience in reviewing documentation.
• Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Excel functionalities is highly desirable.
• Fluency in English is essential; proficiency in French is advantageous but not mandatory.
• Interest in aviation is considered a benefit.

Scale and Scope

Currently, AFS manages about 40 fixed-wing transactions and 70 AFHS transactions. The Contracts Officer, as part of the Contracts Department, is an integral player in administering all contracted agreements within the AFS group.

Commitment to Integrity and Diversity

The role requires vigilance regarding compliance risks and a commitment to uphold integrity, which is fundamental to the company’s reputation and sustainable growth. Airbus is dedicated to workforce diversity and fostering an inclusive environment welcoming applicants regardless of background or personal characteristics. Equal opportunity is a core company value. No financial exchanges are solicited during recruitment, and any fraudulent activity should be reported to their designated contact.

Additional Information

This is an 18-month fixed-term position based onsite in Dublin. Airbus encourages flexible working arrangements wherever possible, supporting connectivity and collaboration to stimulate innovative ideas.