Contract Specialist

Contract Specialist

(6-month contract maternity cover)

Dubai

About the company

Our client is a multinational company operating in the building technology and energy solutions industry.

About the Role

The Contract Specialist is a key role based in Dubai, reporting to the Legal Director for the Middle East and Africa region. The role involves providing guidance to the quantity surveying team and advising business and leadership teams on commercial risk management matters.

You will be part of an agile, high-impact team with strong leadership visibility, offering a significant opportunity to contribute, learn, and grow.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement contract management procedures in line with company policy and Legal Director guidance.
• Maintain and update standard customer and vendor/subcontractor contracts.
• Provide training and guidance to Sales, Operations, and Quantity Surveying teams on contracting practices and post-sales commercial matters.
• Support the business in interpreting contractual obligations and managing commercial risks.
• Review and advise on standard and non-standard contracts, including redlining and risk mitigation.
• Identify and communicate contractual, legal, and commercial risks to stakeholders.
• Draft and review contractual documents for bids, outcome-based contracts, and third-party agreements.
• Act as the key liaison between Sales, Operations, Finance, and Procurement to ensure compliance with procedures, DOA requirements, and risk controls.

Seniority level

Mid-senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Legal

Industries

Energy Technology and Services for Renewable Energy