MEA Senior Contracts Leader - Risk & Commercial

Johnson Controls; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An international engineering firm based in Dubai is seeking a Senior Contract Manager. The successful candidate will manage the entire contract lifecycle and lead a team, ensuring compliance with policies and effective risk management. A minimum of 10 years in contract management is required, along with exceptional negotiation skills. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic team environment and focus on talent development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in contract management or a related field.
• Proven people management experience with a passion for developing talent and fostering teamwork.
• Strong understanding of contract law and risk management principles.
• Exceptional negotiation skills with the ability to communicate complex issues clearly and effectively.
• Detail-oriented mindset with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the contract lifecycle management process from sales through execution.
• Manage contracts ensuring alignment with company policies.
• Develop and update standard contract agreements for customers and vendors.
• Lead and mentor a team of Contract Specialists.
• Provide training and support in contracting practices.
• Collaborate in managing post-sales commercial matters.
• Implement effective risk management strategies.
• Oversee the Quote to Cash process.
• Proactively mitigate and resolve contractual disputes.
• Champion improvements related to accounts receivable.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

People management

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

An international engineering firm based in Dubai is seeking a Senior Contract Manager. The successful candidate will manage the entire contract lifecycle and lead a team, ensuring compliance with policies and effective risk management. A minimum of 10 years in contract management is required, along with exceptional negotiation skills. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic team environment and focus on talent development.