Strategic Energy Contracts & Commercial Advisor

Thorpe Molloy McCulloch Recruitment Ltd; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global energy consultancy in Aberdeen City is seeking a Contract Adviser for a 12-month fixed-term role. This position involves supporting engineering and advisory functions while ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. Key responsibilities include leading contract negotiations, evaluating risks, and providing commercial input to proposals. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and proven experience in managing commercial contracts within the energy sector. A proactive approach is expected, alongside the ability to adapt to changing business needs.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in client and supplier facing commercial contracts.
• Knowledge of commercial and legal principles relevant to contract management.
• Understand contract law and applicable regulations.
• Confident negotiating contractual terms with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate contractual risk across client contracts and agreements.
• Lead negotiations on contracts, amendments, and renewals.
• Attend client negotiation meetings and performance reviews.
• Draft contractual documents including amendments and NDAs.
• Support resolution of contractual disputes during project delivery.
• Provide commercial input to proposals to mitigate risks.
• Lead continuous improvement in commercial processes.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Commercial contracts

Risk evaluation

Verbal communication

Written communication

MS Office proficiency

Numeracy skills

Job description

A global energy consultancy in Aberdeen City is seeking a Contract Adviser for a 12-month fixed-term role. This position involves supporting engineering and advisory functions while ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. Key responsibilities include leading contract negotiations, evaluating risks, and providing commercial input to proposals. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and proven experience in managing commercial contracts within the energy sector. A proactive approach is expected, alongside the ability to adapt to changing business needs.