Location: Erbil
Job Type:
Permanent
Sectors:
Default
Closing Date:
2025-09-05
About vacancy
mselect is looking to hire a Contracts Lead for an oil and gas service client in Erbil, Iraq. Candidates must have a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience. Fluency in English and Arabic is a must.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
REQUIREMENTS
*Only applicants meeting the strict criteria outlined above will be contacted as part of the shortlisting process.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Candidate must have demonstrable expertise and experience in oil and gas, energy and infrastructure EPC & Plant maintenance Contract Management
- Manage the entire contract lifecycle, from client registration, process of RFP, through to proposal, negotiation, agreement, delivery and full project/ contract completion
- Expert in contract amendments, renewals, and terminations
- Monitor contract performance to ensure all parties internally and externally fulfil their obligations to the benefit of the company
- Ensure that all contractual terms and conditions are clear, compliant, and in the best interests of the company
- Identify potential risks in contracts and develop strategies to mitigate them
- Ensure that contracts are compliant with the company standards, including health, safety, and environmental requirements
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations, standards, and best practices to minimize contractual risks
- Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, including service agreements, purchase orders, and subcontracts agreements
- Maintain accurate and organized records of all contracts and related documentation
- Work in tandem with Project Management team to ensure exceptional delivery and service to clients based on contractual terms and obligations
- Liaise with legal, finance, procurement and operational teams to align company policies, operations and objectives with contract terms and conditions to the benefit of the company
- Liaise with clients, vendors, and subcontractors, to facilitate excellent contract execution
- Provide training and support to team members on contract-related matters
- Act as the primary point of contact for contract-related issues and disputes and work towards agreeable solutions
- Prepare and manage claims and variations in alignment with contractual terms
- Review and approve contract-related payments, ensuring they align with agreed- upon terms
- Prepare regular reports on contract status, risks, and performance for senior management
- Analyse contract performance data to identify trends, improve processes, and enhance future contract negotiations
REQUIREMENTS
- Education: Engineering/ Business/ Construction Management Degree or similar
- Experience: 8 years minimum
- Competences: Excellent MS Office and Adobe Acrobat Skills, Fluency in English and Arabic essential, Exceptional Communication Skills
*Only applicants meeting the strict criteria outlined above will be contacted as part of the shortlisting process.
