Senior Contract Manager - UAE

Penspen; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the oil and gas sector is looking for a Senior Contract Manager in Abu Dhabi. This role demands exceptional skills in managing legal and commercial affairs, ensuring compliance, and negotiating contracts. The ideal candidate will possess at least 15 years of experience and a strong background in contract law. Interested applicants residing in or near Abu Dhabi are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 15 years experience in contracts management, preferably in the Middle East.
• Strong knowledge of legal and contractual laws, financial management, and project controls.
• Experience in international markets (Middle East and APAC) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage legal and commercial risks throughout project life cycles.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory obligations and monitor risks.
• Build strong relationships with clients and partners for effective negotiations.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Decision Making

Analytical Skills

Risk awareness

Quality consciousness

Cost consciousness

Proactive approach

Education

Graduate University Degree in Contract Law

Job description

Salary : Negotiable depending on experience and skills

Are you a Contracts Manager in the UAE region looking for that next Senior role?

Please only apply if you reside in and around Abu Dhabi and are able to work from the office have the skills stated below.

Main Purpose of Role :

The Senior Contract Manager is responsible for managing all Legal & Commercial affairs related to the structure of the organisation in the region, its commercial licenses and compliance. This role is responsible for providing advice on contractual and legal matters including contract formation, contract negotiation, project issues and disputes.

Qualifications :

• A graduate University Degree in relevant Degree (e.g. Contract Law)
• At least 15 years experience in the same role or in the administration and management of Contracts (preferably with Middle East experience).

Knowledge / Experience (Skills) :

• Risk awareness, Quality consciousness, Cost consciousness, Negotiation skills, Decision Making, Analytical Skills, Result Oriented, Proactive approach, Ability to work under pressure;
• Knowledge of technical and commercial disciplines related to oil and gas development Projects, Exposure to EPC environment;
• Knowledge of legal and contractual laws governing Projects;
• Considerable knowledge of contract law, contract management, financial management of projects, project controls, risk management principles, excellent experience reviewing, amending and negotiating insurances and bonds during pre-qualification, bidding and pre-award stage;
• Skills in strategy formulation, negotiation and relationship building;
• Competent in advising on contracts and other legal documents and able to co-ordinate, gather, analyse and understand complex information;
• Experience in International markets (preferably in the Middle East and APAC);
• Able to build and maintain effective working relationships with Clients, Partners, Subcontractors and Company staff;
• Able to discuss and present subject matter in an effective, legible and confident manner;
• Must have strong organisational skills and a keen eye for detail.

Responsibilities :

• Commercial Management – responsible for advising on the commercial and legal risks across a range of matters from project tenders to creation of operating entities in new territories.
• Contract Governance – providing direction on the execution of projects to ensure they are executed in accordance with the contractual terms and all relevant processes and procedures to ensure they meet Penspen’s objectives, strategic direction, and financial viability.
• Regulatory Compliance – continuously monitor compliance with statutory obligations and advise management accordingly, including monitoring of sanctions which may also affect the company group.
• Entity Management – ensure compliance with and be responsible for the formation and dissolution of entities or changes in entity structures at a country level.
• Compliance - work with internal stakeholders to develop and / or refine policies and procedures for relevant regulatory compliance requirements, including data privacy, competition law, anti-bribery and corruption, anti-money laundering, sanctions, human rights, human trafficking, anti-tax evasion and other similar requirements. Oversee the implementation of Group compliance policies and procedures through appropriate training and communication where necessary.
• Capability building - Implementing appropriate training programs to help embed compliance programs within the business and ensure a consistent level of understanding by colleagues around the world.
• Contract Review – ensure client and supplier contracts are well negotiated, robust and apportion risk appropriately, are well understood and in accordance with Penspen principles. Prepare, review and modify contractual instruments to assist and support various business activities in the required regions.
• Proposal Input – create innovative solutions to legal and commercial issues in bids and contracts. Liaise with Finance Department and the parent company, where applicable, for any necessary sureties.
• Policies and Procedures – ensure legal and commercial matters are appropriately considered and represented in any / all business initiatives, working with, and managing outside counsel as necessary.
• Enterprise Risk Management - contribute to the management of enterprise risk through management of the Regional Risk Register, compliance activities, maintaining a commercial, regulatory and ethical balance and escalating key risk matters as appropriate.
• Due Diligence – ensure the relevant due diligence for suppliers, clients and other third parties is undertaken and any risk identified at an early stage.
• Dispute Resolution – ensure client, supplier and other disputes are managed effectively. Review progress of outstanding litigation and liaise with external lawyers where required.
• Stakeholder management – build strong working relationships up and down the organisation, with Regional Leadership Team peers and with client representatives to support commercial decision-making and client negotiation.
• Insurance – ensure the relevant contractual insurance requirements are fulfilled and assist as necessary with any other insurances and renewals.

If you have the skills and would like to apply click and follow the process

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Location UAE - Abu Dhabi Job Family Legal Type of Contract Fixed Term Contract Full / Part time Full Time Region (current) Middle East Closing Date 30 / 06 / 2025 Ref No 14773