Contracts Advisor

Strategic Resources European Recruitment Consultants Ltd; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An Oil and Gas Operator in Aberdeen City is seeking a Contracts Advisor to manage and administer contracts within operations and business support. Responsibilities include contract verification, compliance, and supply chain management. Candidates should have previous experience in similar roles, strong negotiation skills, and a relevant degree. This is an initial 12-month PAYE contract with a hybrid work schedule.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant commercial discipline (e.g., Quantity Surveying, Business Management, Law) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contract progress verification, change management, claims mitigation, invoice verification, and closeout.
• Preparation and administration of minor third-party contracts.
• Ensuring compliance with all contracting processes and requirements.
• Developing and implementing post-award contractor relationship and performance management.
• Contract administration to ensure compliance.
• Coordination with Legal and other SMEs for contracting support.
• Supply chain management for tenders, including RFP preparation, evaluation, negotiations, and award.
• Management of SAP/eProcurement records.
• Representing the business at monthly Tender Board Meetings.

Job description

CONTRACTS ADVISOR - OPERATIONS & BUSINESS SUPPORT

Our client, an Oil and Gas Operator, is seeking an experienced Contracts Advisor to oversee the operations and business support categories. This is an initial 12-month PAYE contract role, with a schedule of 4 days in the office and 1 day remote work.

Scope/Overall Purpose of Job:

This Contracts Advisor will be responsible for managing and administering a portfolio of contracts within the Operations & Business Support category, including:

• Health, Safety, and Environment (onshore and offshore)
• Production Chemistry and Laboratory Services
• Onshore and Offshore Facilities Management
• Fabric Maintenance
• Integrity, Inspection, and Fabrication Services
• Medical Services (onshore and offshore)
• Offshore Geologists and Exploration Support
• Third Party Procurement Services
• Verification Services
• Logistics - Marine & Aviation
• Technology & Innovation
• Human Resources
• Contingent Labour

Key Responsibilities:

• Contract progress verification, change management, claims mitigation, invoice verification, and closeout
• Preparation and administration of minor third-party contracts
• Ensuring compliance with all contracting processes and requirements
• Developing and implementing post-award contractor relationship and performance management
• Contract administration to ensure compliance
• Coordination with Legal and other SMEs for contracting support
• Supply chain management for tenders, including RFP preparation, evaluation, negotiations, and award
• Management of SAP/eProcurement records
• Representing the business at monthly Tender Board Meetings

Candidate Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Contracts Advisor in similar scopes, preferably within the UKCS
• Experience managing multiple contracts of varying complexity
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with high activity volume
• Strong knowledge of SCM systems, contract drafting, legal requirements, and risk assessment
• Effective interfacing with internal and external stakeholders
• Understanding of end-to-end contracting processes
• Proven negotiation skills and business acumen
• Proficiency in SAP, e-Procurement systems, and Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical teams

Qualifications/Competencies:

• Degree in a relevant commercial discipline (e.g., Quantity Surveying, Business Management, Law) preferred