Contracts Officer - Emirates Group Security

Emirates; Dubai; On-site; AED 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Contracts Officer to provide vital administrative support for all department business contracts. In this role, you will analyze and evaluate contracts, maintain an accurate contract database, and ensure compliance with company standards. Your expertise in contract management and negotiation will be essential in facilitating agreements and mitigating risks. Join a dynamic team in Dubai and enjoy a tax-free salary along with exclusive travel benefits. This opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact on operational and financial performance while working in a vibrant environment.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Flight discounts

Hotel stay discounts

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Finance, Contracts Management, or Facility Management.
• Strong skills in contract management and negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and analyze contracts, ensuring compliance and financial viability.
• Maintain a contract database and oversee current contract templates.

Skills

Contract Management

Negotiation Skills

Attention to Detail

Critical Thinking

Education

Degree in Finance

Degree in Accounting

Degree in Law

Degree in Business Administration

Job description

Job Purpose

As a Contracts Officer, you will be responsible for providing administrative support related to all department business contracts. Your duties include updating and maintaining the accuracy of the contract database, auditing contracts to ensure they are legally sound and financially feasible, and aligning contracts with the department's goals to maximize operational and financial performance while mitigating risks, both financial and reputational.

In This Role, You Will

1. Evaluate and analyze contracts, including financial information of clients, vendors, and suppliers. Serve as the first point of contact for contracting concerns across all divisions to ensure timely service delivery in accordance with company standards.
2. Maintain a dashboard with key contract data such as expiry dates, KPIs, and financial details for management review and decision-making.
3. Keep the contract database accurate, complete, and up-to-date, reflecting all contracts processed by the Contracting Team.
4. Oversee current contract templates and control template versions to ensure compliance with Emirates Group standards.
5. Provide regular and ad hoc contract status reports to the Business Support Specialist, highlighting inconsistencies and suggesting resolutions.
6. Conduct regular and ad hoc audits as required by the business.
7. Coordinate with stakeholders (legal, finance, facilities) involved in the contracting process, acting as a point of contact for renewing or terminating agreements.
8. Respond to client requests and follow up on queries related to insurance, legal, tax, finance, and facilities, with guidance from the Business Support Specialist.
9. Support the business by implementing a robust storage and auditing process for all signed commercial and service contracts.

Qualifications & Experience

To qualify for this role, you must have:

• At least 3 years of experience in Finance, Contracts Management, or Facility Management.
• A degree in Finance, Accounting, Law, or Business Administration.

You Will Have An Edge If You Have

• Strong contract management skills, including creating, reviewing, and ensuring contractual obligations are met.
• Negotiation skills to facilitate agreement reach.
• Excellent attention to detail for interpreting contract conditions and obligations.
• Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills for analyzing financial information and securing optimal agreements.

Salary & Benefits

Join us in Dubai and enjoy an attractive tax-free salary along with exclusive travel benefits, including discounts on flights and hotel stays worldwide. More information about our employee benefits can be found in the 'Working Here' section of our website www.emirates.com/careers. Learn about living and working in Dubai in the 'Dubai Lifestyle' section.