Contract Administrator

Front End Limited Company; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Front End Limited Company in Saudi Arabia is seeking an on-site Contract Administrator to draft, review, negotiate, and administer a wide range of commercial contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and Saudi commercial and maritime laws.

The role requires close collaboration with procurement, finance, and operations, monitoring performance, managing variations and claims, and mitigating risks to protect the company's interests and support strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in negotiating and managing complex contracts.
• Familiar with BIMCO standard forms and maritime contracting practices.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi commercial law and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in procurement and supply chain contracting is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and administer commercial and operational contracts.
• Monitor contract performance and manage variations and claims.
• Identify and mitigate contractual and commercial risks.
• Coordinate with procurement, finance, and operations teams.

Skills

Contract Negotiation

Contract Management

Risk Assessment

Regulatory Compliance

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Law or Business

Tools

Contract management systems

MS Office

Job description

Company Description

Front End Limited Company is at the forefront of technological and industrial innovation, delivering advanced solutions to empower partners across Saudi Arabia and the broader region. With a mission to accelerate scalability, enhance operational agility, and drive growth, we specialize in AI-driven autonomy and industrial transformation across diverse industries including energy, geoscience, space, and mining. As a Saudi-born yet globally respected organization, Front End is dedicated to blending bold innovation with precise execution to ensure peak performance in every environment. We take pride in not merely adapting to the future but actively building it through cutting-edge solutions and unparalleled operational excellence.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for a Contract Administrator based in Saudi Arabia.

The Contract Administrator will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and administering a wide range of commercial and operational contracts, ensuring full compliance with company policies, Saudi commercial and maritime laws, and applicable international standards.

The role requires close coordination with procurement, finance, and operations teams, monitoring contract performance, managing variations and claims, and proactively identifying and mitigating contractual and commercial risks. The Contract Administrator will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless contract execution, protect the company's commercial interests, and support overall business objectives.

The position also involves hands-on familiarity with marine and offshore contracts, including BIMCO standard forms, charter parties, service agreements, and related maritime documentation.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in Contract Negotiation and Contract Management, including complex commercial agreements
• Working knowledge of BIMCO standard contracts (e.g., charter parties, offshore and maritime service agreements) and marine contracting practices
• Strong familiarity with Saudi commercial law, relevant regulatory frameworks, and contractual compliance requirements
• Solid understanding of maritime and offshore contracting principles, including risk allocation, liabilities, indemnities, and claims management
• Strong analytical skills to review, interpret, and manage detailed contract terms and conditions
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills for effective collaboration with internal teams and external counterparties
• Experience in procurement and supply chain contracting is highly beneficial
• Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, or a related field
• Prior experience in contract administration, legal, or commercial roles is preferred
• Proficiency in contract management systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• High attention to detail with the ability to perform under tight deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment