Contracts Manager

Ceto Talent; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 92,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Ceto Talent is partnering with a Leading Tier 1 EPC Contractor to hire a Contracts Specialist/Advisor for Offshore Wind projects in South West London. Office-based with a hybrid pattern (3 days in the office, 2 days WFH).

12+ months contract with negotiable day rate and Outside IR35 terms. You will review, draft and negotiate a range of contracts including EPC, procurement, engineering, service, NDA, JV/consortium, alliance and subcontracts, coordinating with Tendering, Commercial, Project

Qualifications

• Experience with Offshore T&I/Construction Projects, ideally Offshore Wind.
• Law degree or equivalent required.
• Expertise in FIDIC contracts is non-negotiable.
• Proven experience reviewing and advising on tendering contracts and administering project contracts; effective negotiation skills essential.
• Existing right to work in the UK without visa support.

Responsibilities

• Prepare clear contract summaries for tenders and projects.
• Identify key contractual risks and advise management on how to manage or reduce them.
• Take part in internal and external meetings, including negotiations, and produce notes or minutes.
• Negotiate contracts in line with company interests and risk policies.
• Support project teams with claims, variations and overall contract strategy.
• Review subcontracts and purchase orders with the procurement team.
• Draft contracts, legal documents and related correspondence.
• Carry out legal research relevant to the company's work.
• Help resolve contractual and legal issues with internal stakeholders.
• Provide regular updates to management on contract management activity.

Skills

Offshore projects experience

Tendering contracts experience

Strong negotiation skills

Contract review & drafting

UK work eligibility

Education

Law degree or equivalent

Tools

FIDIC contracts knowledge

Job description

Contracts Specialist/Advisor - Offshore Wind Projects

• South West London Office
• 12+ months expected
• Negotiable Day Rate / Outside IR35
• Office-based - 3 days a week minimum, 2 WFH.

Ceto Talent is partnered with a Leading Tier 1 EPC Contractor known for delivering high-value and complex Energy Infrastructure projects. We're looking for an experienced Contract Advisor to support Offshore Wind T&I Construction bids & tenders.

Overview:

As a Contracts Advisor, you will be responsible for reviewing, qualifying, and drafting a wide range of contracts, including EPC, procurement, engineering, service, confidentiality, non‑disclosure, partnership/consortium/joint‑venture, alliance, and subcontract agreements. You will also coordinate the workload with Tendering/Commercial, Project Management, and Procurement teams, gathering required inputs from supporting functions such as Insurance, Tax, and Finance.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Prepare clear contract summaries for tenders and projects
• Identify key contractual risks and advise management on how to manage or reduce them
• Take part in internal and external meetings, including negotiations, and produce notes or minutes
• Negotiate contracts in line with company interests and risk policies
• Support project teams with claims, variations and overall contract strategy
• Review subcontracts and purchase orders with the procurement team
• Draft contracts, legal documents and related correspondence
• Carry out legal research relevant to the company's work
• Help resolve contractual and legal issues with internal stakeholders
• Provide regular updates to management on contract management activity

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience with Offshore T&I/Construction Projects, ideally Offshore Wind.
• Law degree or equivalent.
• Expertise in FIDIC contracts is non-negotiable.
• Proven experience of reviewing and advising on tendering contracts and of administering project contracts; effective negotiation skills are essential
• Existing right to work in the UK without support of a visa

Why Join?

• Be part of an inclusive workplace that values diversity and individuality.
• Work with a leading global Energy EPC Business on high-profile projects.
• Secure a long-term contract with strong career development opportunities.