Senior Contracts & Compliance Leader

AECOM; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 420,000 - 680,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in Riyadh, KSA seeks an experienced Contracts Administration Manager to oversee the full contract lifecycle, from drafting through renewal. You will coordinate with legal, procurement, finance, and operations to ensure compliance and timely execution, while mitigating risks and improving processes.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in contracts administration, strong negotiation and analytical skills, and proficiency with contract management software and Excel.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of professional experience in contracts administration, procurement, or related field.
• Expertise in drafting, review, negotiation, and administration of contracts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication.
• Experience with contract management software and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full contract lifecycle, including preparation, review, negotiation, and execution of commercial, vendor, and service agreements.
• Analyze contract terms and conditions to identify risks, inconsistencies, and areas requiring clarification or modification.
• Maintain a centralized contract repository and database, ensuring accurate documentation, version control, and easy accessibility for stakeholders.
• Monitor contract performance and compliance, tracking key dates, milestones, renewal deadlines, and obligations to prevent lapses or missed opportunities.
• Coordinate with legal, procurement, finance, and operational departments to ensure alignment on contract requirements and timely execution.
• Prepare comprehensive contract reports and summaries for management review, highlighting critical terms, financial implications, and compliance status.
• Conduct vendor and supplier management activities, including performance evaluations and contract renewal negotiations.
• Ensure all contracts comply with organizational policies, Saudi Arabian regulations, and applicable legal requirements.
• Develop and implement standardized contract templates and processes to improve efficiency and consistency across the organization.
• Provide guidance and support to internal stakeholders regarding contract terms, obligations, and best practices.
• Identify opportunities to optimize contract terms, reduce costs, and mitigate organizational risk.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive contractual information with discretion and professionalism.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Risk assessment

English proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

AECOM in Riyadh, KSA seeks an experienced Contracts Administration Manager to oversee the full contract lifecycle, from drafting through renewal. You will coordinate with legal, procurement, finance, and operations to ensure compliance and timely execution, while mitigating risks and improving processes.

The ideal candidate has 15+ years in contracts administration, strong negotiation and analytical skills, and proficiency with contract management software and Excel.