Contract Analyst

AWE; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense and nuclear engineering company in Reading is looking for a skilled Contract Analyst to manage contract processes, including payment certification and risk analysis. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of the NEC4 Contract, strong data analysis abilities, and experience in construction contracts. The role supports hybrid working arrangements and offers competitive pay along with generous benefits such as extensive leave, professional development opportunities, and a solid pension scheme.

Benefits

270 hours of annual leave

Flexible working arrangements

Professional career development funding

Employee Assistance Programme

Generous pension scheme

Life Assurance

Discounts on spending

Special Leave Policy

Qualifications

• Experience in Construction Contracts.
• Ability to analyse contract clauses and prevent disputes.
• Communication skills for collaborating with internal/external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Review contracts to prevent disputes and financial risks.
• Analyse contract clauses and recommend amendments.
• Document and maintain files related to contracts.

Skills

Knowledge of NEC4 Contract

Data analysis

Collaboration with stakeholders

Understanding of capital contracts

Job description

We are looking for a highly capable Contract Analyst to support Contract Management, including Management of Payment Certificates, Co-ordination of Variation / Compensation Events, data analysis including spend profiles for AWE's Infrastructure call-off contracts.

You will be interpreting contractual requirements, collaborating on contractual change with both internal and external stakeholders.

To ensure success as a Contract Analyst, you should possess knowledge of the NEC4 Contract and ideally have experience in a Construction Contracts.

The successful candidate will understand the requirements of capital contracts, Frameworks and agreements that the Business entered into and advise on how to get the most favourable outcomes for AWE, that put delivery to time, cost and quality at the centre.

Responsibilities

Other duties and responsibilities of the Contract Analyst include, but are not limited to:

• Reviewing contracts to prevent potential disputes and financial risks
• Analysing contract clauses, stipulations, obligations, and liabilities
• Recommending and drafting contract amendments
• Reviewing and approving Application for Payment
• Ensuring that contract terms comply with legal requirements and policies
• Documenting and maintaining files
• Managing change and Stakeholders

Package: from £ 34,470 to £45,000 (depending on your suitability and level of experience)

Location: Reading

Benefits

• Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours of annual leave (plus every other Friday off work)
• Consideration for flexible working arrangements so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know on your application if you wish to work part time
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services
• A generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution)
• Life Assurance
• Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family
• A host of voluntary & core benefits to suit your health and wellbeing - more information available on our careers site

This job role is suitable for hybrid working, which is an informal, non-contractual and voluntary arrangement, blending a balance of attendance in the workplace (your permanent duty station) and working from home as a personal choice. If you are successful, any opportunities for hybrid working will be discussed with you prior to you taking up your post.
The successful candidate is required to carry out all their duties from a UK location and cannot do so from an overseas location at any time.

Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role.