Contract Manager - Europe

Overview

Penspen – Contract Manager – Europe (London/Aberdeen/Newcastle; Onsite/Hybrid)

Location: Onsite/Hybrid – Aberdeen; Newcastle; London

Salary: Negotiable depending on experience and skills

Applicant must have the right to work in the United Kingdom.

Responsibilities

• Commercial Management – advise on the commercial and legal risks across a range of matters from project tenders to creation of operating entities in new territories.
• Contract Governance – provide direction on the execution of projects to ensure they are in accordance with contractual terms and Penspen’s objectives, processes and financial viability.
• Regulatory Compliance – monitor compliance with statutory obligations and advise management accordingly, including sanctions considerations.
• Entity Management – ensure compliance with and manage formation, dissolution or changes in entity structures at country level.
• Compliance – work with internal stakeholders to develop and refine policies and procedures for regulatory requirements (data privacy, competition law, anti-bribery, anti-money laundering, sanctions, human rights, etc.).
• Capability Building – implement training programs to embed compliance standards across the business.
• Contract Review – negotiate contracts to allocate risk appropriately and support business activities in the required regions.
• Proposal Input – develop innovative legal and commercial solutions in bids and contracts; liaise with Finance and parent company for sureties where applicable.
• Policies and Procedures – ensure legal and commercial matters are reflected in business initiatives, engaging outside counsel as necessary.
• Enterprise Risk Management – contribute to the Regional Risk Register and ensure a commercial, regulatory and ethical balance; escalate key risk matters.
• Due Diligence – perform due diligence for suppliers, clients and third parties and identify risks early.
• Dispute Resolution – manage client, supplier and other disputes; coordinate with external lawyers when required.
• Stakeholder Management – build strong relationships with leadership, clients, partners and staff to support decision-making and negotiations.
• Insurance – ensure contractual insurance requirements are fulfilled and assist with renewals.

Qualifications

• A graduate University Degree in a relevant field (e.g., Contract Law).
• At least 6+ years of experience in contract management/administration, preferably in Engineering, Oil & Gas.

Knowledge / Experience (Skills)

• Risk awareness, quality and cost consciousness, negotiation, analytical skills, proactive approach, ability to work under pressure.
• Knowledge of technical and commercial disciplines related to oil and gas development projects; exposure to an EPC environment.
• Knowledge of legal and contractual laws governing projects.
• Strong knowledge of contract law, contract management, project financials, risk management, insurances and bonds (pre- and post-award).
• Strategy formulation, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to advise on contracts and other legal documents; capable of coordinating and analyzing complex information.
• Experience in international markets (UK & Europe preferred).
• Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with clients, partners, subcontractors and company staff.
• Ability to present topics clearly and confidently.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.