Associate Contract Administrator

Energy Transfer Partners, L.P.; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Transfer is seeking an entry-level Contract Administrator to develop specialized expertise at the intersection of contracts, business processes, accounting, and the energy industry.

You will become a trusted SME, handling contract analysis, settlements, producer relationships, and operational aspects of the natural gas business, with mentoring opportunities as experience grows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent related experience.
• 0-2 years of experience in contract administration or legal support.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to learn new systems quickly and work independently as part of a team.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines with a sense of urgency.
• Flexibility and dependability in managing changing priorities.
• Professional appearance and workplace conduct.

Responsibilities

• Develop expertise at the intersection of contracts, processes, and the energy industry.
• Analyze contracts, settlements, and producer relationships while ensuring compliance.
• Lead projects, system initiatives, and mentor junior team members.
• Grow into more senior roles with increased responsibility.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Multi-tasking

Independent working

Prioritization

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Quorum Contract Management System

Job description

We value all of our employees who make our growth and success possible. We are proud to offer industry leading compensation, comprehensive benefits,401(k) match with additional profit sharing,PTO and abundant career opportunities.

Come join our award winning 12,000 strong organization as we fuel the world and each other!

Summary

Contract Administration offers a unique opportunity to develop specialized expertise at the intersection of contracts, business processes, accounting, and the energy industry. As you gain experience, you will build a deep understanding of commercial agreements, contract interpretation, settlement processes, producer relationships, and the operational aspects of the natural gas business.

Successful Contract Administrators become trusted subject matter experts and take on increasing responsibility through the administration of more complex agreements, contract analysis, special projects, system initiatives, and mentoring opportunities.

This role is designed for individuals who are interested in building a long-term career in Contract Administration and developing expertise that is both highly valued and critical to the success of the business.

This position is designed as an entry point into Contract Administration. As experience and expertise grow, employees have the opportunity to progress into more senior Contract Administration roles with increased responsibility for complex agreements, contract analysis, project leadership, process improvement initiatives, and mentoring of newer team members.

The most successful Contract Administrators become trusted experts whose knowledge and judgment are relied upon across multiple areas of the business.

Requirements

Education and/or Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements for this position are listed below:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent related experience.
• 0-2 years of experience in contract administration or legal support.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to learn new systems and business processes quickly.
• Ability to multi-task and work productively and independently with minimal supervision as part of a team
• Ability to prioritize and meet critical deadlines with a sense of urgency
• Flexibility, adaptability, and dependability in managing changing priorities
• Professionalism in appearance, demeanor, and workplace conduct

Required experience is commensurate with the selected job level

The Associate Contract Administrator requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and 0-2 years of relevant job-related experience

• The Contract Administrator level requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• The Senior Contract Administrator level requires a Bachelor's or equivalent experience and 5-8 years of natural gas contract administration experience

The Lead Contract Administrator level requires a Bachelor's or equivalent experience and 8+ years of natural gas contract administration experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of natural gas contracts or the energy industry.
• Experience with Quorum Contract Management System.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Usually, normal office working conditions.

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time due to prolonged periods of sitting or standing.
• Occasional overnight travel may be required.
• Occasional visits to industrial/manufacturing settings, which may include exposure to various materials and chemicals, as well as extreme temperature conditions and loud machinery, and require appropriate personal protective equipment.

An equal opportunity employer/disability/vet

Energy Transfer is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against qualified applicants on the basis of any actual or perceived legally protected characteristics under federal, state, or local law.
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DISCLAIMER

The statements listed in this job posting, which are subject to change, are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation forany part of the application process, please contact the EEO Coordinator at 713-989-2247.This number is for reasonable accommodation requests only.