Contracts Manager (UAE Nationals Only)

Libera Consultants are looking to hire a Contracts Manager (UAE Nationals Only) to join one of their clients, a leading defense manufacturer based in Abu Dhabi.

We are excited to announce our partnership with a leading defense manufacturer based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. They are seeking to hire a Contracts Manager to oversee their contract management process. The ideal candidate will bring expertise from either or both the oil and gas and defense industries to support the company’s growth and integration during their expansion.

Job Purpose

The role encompasses contract management and administration to ensure that all prime (customer) contracts, supplier contracts and various agreements with external parties are delivered on time and in accordance with the Company’s and Commercial Department’s processes & procedures, whilst managing Company’s long-term interests and risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Senior Contract Manager to develop and implement contract management policy & procedures in order to ensure that all contractual decisions are in accordance with defined guidelines and supported by appropriate documentation.
• Oversee the direct reports and support as required to meet deadlines, review correspondences and commitments to external parties, attend meetings, etc.
• Lead meeting with internal departments and/or program/ project teams to discuss the customer’s requirements and/or interpret RFQ/RFP/RFI to gather the technical requirements of the requested services and provide high level risks associated with postaward contract administration
• Draft, revise and modify various agreements, negotiate best terms with customers and suppliers, propose conditions and finalize contracts and obligations in the best interest of the Company.
• Draft and review contractual and commercial correspondences in coordination with internal stakeholders including but not limited to matters concerning scope, cost, time, change, etc. to customers and external entities.
• Manage the delivery of complex customer/supplier contracts and agreements (including and not limited to NDA’s, Exclusivity Agreements, Teaming Agreements, Licensing Agreements, Supply Agreements, Services Agreements etc.), whilst ensuring that all commercial and technical inputs and terms & conditions are in the best interest of the Company.
• Develop, review and process variation orders and amendments while assessing the impact of change in scope, price and time schedule impact in collaboration with PMO, Finance Department and Legal. PUBLIC
• Review pre and post contract award risks specific to technical and commercial aspects. Ensure risk mitigation measures/solution to Program/Project Managers are recommended.
• Manage the resolution of all disputes related to contracts in the interest of the Company and prepare final settlements.
• Manage the delivery of responses to customers/suppliers regarding contract deviations, modification technical & commercial terms & conditions etc.
• Ensure effective management of all relevant contract related correspondences and documentations as per the quality management and information security policy.
• Foster collaborative relationships with the key stakeholders, customers, vendors/suppliers etc.
• Coordinate with Internal Auditors/ External Auditors and ensure that the team provides all documents for the completion of audits, as and when required.
• Guide, mentor and provide functional supervision to the Contract team/staff including succession planning for training, development and growth.
• Work closely with the Senior Contract Manager and Commercial Department team members to facilitate continuous exchange of knowledge and ensure that lessons learned are adopted as appropriate.
• Perform any other related activities as directed by the Senior Contract Manager.

Experience and Education

• 10 years of experience in contract management in public/private sector organization.
• 3 years of experience on managerial or equivalent positions.
• Master degree in Contract Management/ Business Administration (MBA)/ Legislative Law (LLB) or equivalent. Comprehensive knowledge of global commercial laws, trade regulations, and industry-specific compliance requirements;
• Bachelor degree in Contract Management / Business Administration / Legislative Law (LLB) or equivalent.
• Experience in contract management in public/private sector organization in defense & aerospace or O&G sector.

Key Skills

• Contract Management
• Contract Drafting
• Commercial Awareness
• Risk Management
• Negotiation Skills
• Communication Skills