legal contracts manager

Thales

Location : Jeddah Saudi Arabia In fast changing markets customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace transportation defence security and space our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrows possible. We have been present in Saudi Arabia for 40 years and with over 600 employees to date we are growing rapidly. Together we are delivering our signalling control and train protection systems for the North South Railway (NSR) the longest system of its kind in the world. Together we are key suppliers of Inflight entertainment and connectivity systems as well as air traffic management solutions in Saudi. We are making Saudi Arabia a safer place by securing the countrys critical infrastructure and esecurity solutions that secure the countrys electronic payment systems. Thales has been selected to supply major electronic systems for air defence and the Group also supplied communication and optronic systems for the Army the Saudi Arabia National Guards and the Air Force. JOB OBJECTIVE : Contract Manager within the Legal Contract Management Team for KSA & CA covering KSA Projects. ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES : Law & Contract Drafting <ul> <li>Understanding legal principles and procedural rules in contract law.</li> <li>Drafting precise contract clauses that reflect the parties intent.</li> <li>Keeping records of negotiations to preserve legal proof.</li> <li>Analyzing complex contract structures (e.g. JVs SPVs consortia) and identifying risks / opportunities.</li> <li>Handling various contract types across legal systems (civil / common law public / private contracts).</li> </ul> Administration & Claim Management <ul> <li>Establishing best practices for contract claims changes and recordkeeping.</li> <li>Implementing contract / claim management tools.</li> <li>Managing changes claims and disputes ensuring fair resolutions.</li> <li>Leading contract / claim process improvements at an organizational level.</li> </ul> 3. Compliance Standards & Regulations <ul> <li>Ensuring adherence to ethics trade compliance and anticorruption policies.</li> <li>Conducting due diligence audits and compliance risk assessments.</li> <li>Managing cybersecurity data privacy and regulatory adherence in contracts.</li> <li>Collaborating with compliance specialists to mitigate legal risks.</li> </ul> 4. Intellectual Property & Product Strategy Acumen <ul> <li>Integrating IP considerations into business and product strategies.</li> <li>Negotiating and drafting IP clauses effectively.</li> <li>Monitoring IPrelated processes in bids and projects.</li> </ul> 5. Thales Operating Model Policies & Processes <ul> <li>Applying internal policies and governance structures in contract management.</li> <li>Managing contractrelated processes across different international projects.</li> <li>Ensuring compliance with the Thales Contract Management Operating Model.</li> </ul> 6. Financial & Business Acumen <ul> <li>Aligning contract management with financial and business strategies.</li> <li>Understanding pricing models payment terms and cash flow management.</li> <li>Identifying cost implications of contract terms and financial risks.</li> <li>Applying IFRS principles and insurance related contractual knowledge.</li> </ul> 1. Contract Law & Contract Drafting <ul> <li>Understanding legal principles and procedural rules in contract law.</li> <li>Drafting precise contract clauses that reflect the parties intent.</li> <li>Keeping records of negotiations to preserve legal proof.</li> <li>Analyzing complex contract structures (e.g. JVs SPVs consortia) and identifying risks / opportunities.</li> <li>Handling various contract types across legal systems (civil / common law public / private contracts).</li> </ul> Administration & Claim Management <ul> <li>Establishing best practices for contract claims changes and recordkeeping.</li> <li>Implementing contract / claim management tools. </li><li>Managing changes claims and disputes ensuring fair resolutions.</li> <li>Leading contract / claim process improvements at an organizational level.</li> </ul> 3. Compliance Standards & Regulations <ul> <li>Ensuring adherence to ethics trade compliance and anticorruption policies.</li> <li>Conducting due diligence audits and compliance risk assessments.</li> <li>Managing cybersecurity data privacy and regulatory adherence in contracts.</li> <li>Collaborating with compliance specialists to mitigate legal risks.</li> </ul> 4. Intellectual Property & Product Strategy Acumen <ul> <li>Integrating IP considerations into business and product strategies.</li> <li>Negotiating and drafting IP clauses effectively.</li> <li>Monitoring IPrelated processes in bids and projects.</li> </ul> 5. Thales Operating Model Policies & Processes <ul> <li>Applying internal policies and governance structures in contract management.</li> <li>Managing contractrelated processes across different international projects.</li> <li>Ensuring compliance with the Thales Contract Management Operating Model.</li> </ul> 6. Financial & Business Acumen <ul> <li>Aligning contract management with financial and business strategies.</li> <li>Understanding pricing models payment terms and cash flow management.</li> <li>Identifying cost implications of contract terms and financial risks. </li><li>Applying IFRS principles and insurance related contractual knowledge.</li> </ul> 7. Contractual Risks & Opportunities Management <ul> <li>Identifying and mitigating contractual risks while leveraging opportunities.</li> <li>Developing and implementing risk management strategies.</li> <li>Evaluating technical and nontechnical risks within contract terms.</li> </ul> 8. Delivery & Performance Management <ul> <li>Managing delivery risks related to international trade (tax customs transfer of title).</li> <li>Coordinating contract performance monitoring with project teams.</li> <li>Understanding time scheduling and the critical path in project.</li> </ul> 9. Project Bid & Capture Acumen <ul> <li>Managing internal contractrelated projects using project management principles.</li> <li>Defining contract management workflows KPIs and governance metrics.</li> <li>Providing contractual insights throughout the bid lifecycle.</li> </ul> 10. Sourcing & Subcontracting Management <ul> <li>Managing supplier contracts and subcontracting agreements.</li> <li>Advising teams on contract flowdowns and supplier risk management.</li> <li>Aligning prime contract management with procurement strategies.</li> </ul> 11. Change Management & Continuous Improvement <ul> <li>Implementing change management strategies in contract processes.</li> <li>Communicating regulatory changes effectively.</li> <li>Adopting digital tools and best practices for contract improvement.</li> </ul> 12. Communication <ul> <li>Conveying contractrelated matters clearly and assertively.</li> <li>Escalating issues appropriately and proposing solutions.</li> <li>Managing internal and external contractrelated communication.</li> </ul> 13. Deals Well with Complexity <ul> <li>Simplifying complex contract and legal concepts.</li> <li>Managing ambiguity and making sound decisions in uncertain scenarios.</li> </ul> 14. Engages Stakeholders <ul> <li>Understanding stakeholder needs and adjusting contract strategies accordingly.</li> <li>Aligning contract processes with business objectives and stakeholder expectations.</li> </ul> WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS : <ul> <li>5 years of relevant experience in Inhouse Legal contracts and commercial management in international environment with exposure to FIDIC contracts Public Procurement contracts Corporate Laws and Trade compliance.</li> <li>Practical experience in KSA legal systems and Laws Civil Law and Common law and comparative legal practices and exposure to Middle East legal environment.</li> </ul> QUALIFICATION CERTIFICATION & EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor or Master Degree in laws (Private Law Commercial Law Corporate Law) or in Business administration engineering or similar. PREFERRED SKILLS : <ul> <li>Proficiency in English (written & verbal)</li> <li>Strong understanding of FIDIC contracts Public Procurement contracts Corporate Laws and Trade Compliance</li> <li>Knowledge of KSA legal systems Civil Law Common Law</li> <li>Contract drafting negotiation and management</li> <li>Ability to ensure coherence between contractual documents (T&Cs scope of work specifications)</li> <li>Experience with contracts involving government and semigovernment organizations</li> <li>Awareness of regulatory frameworks : export control environmental health & security policies</li> <li>Financial and risk assessment skills (cost estimates price revisions contingencies taxes)</li> <li>Understanding of project management and contract lifecycle processes</li> <li>Ability to manage disputes litigation and legal resolutions</li> </ul> At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here apply now! Required Experience : Manager Key Skills Facilities Management,ADMA,Heavy Bus Driving,AXA,Building Services,Courier Delivery Employment Type : Full-Time Experience : years Vacancy : 1

Legal Contracts Manager

Michael Page

Reporting directly to the CEO, the role plays a critical part in overseeing regulatory compliance, commercial agreements, and legal frameworks across multiple project phases. Operating within the power and utilities sector, the role requires deep familiarity with industry specific contracts and regulatory structures within a complex infrastructure environment. Client Details A new entity backed by a well established and highly successful organisation in Abu Dhabi, competing at an international scale. Description <ul> <li>Lead the legal and contractual strategy across all phases of the project, ensuring alignment with regulatory and commercial goals.</li> <li>Draft, review, and negotiate complex agreements including PPA, O&M, LTSA, Fuel Supply, and EPC contracts.</li> <li>Manage correspondence and relationships with counterparties to protect legal and commercial interests.</li> <li>Oversee compliance with UAE regulatory requirements, including permits, certifications, and statutory registrations.</li> <li>Support corporate governance through preparation of board resolutions, shareholder documentation, and statutory filings.</li> <li>Coordinate with external legal counsel and advisors on specialised matters and dispute resolution.</li> <li>Collaborate with finance and technical teams to finalise settlement systems and ensure contractual obligations are met.</li> </ul> Profile <ul> <li>Minimum 15 years of legal experience, with at least 8 years focused on contract management in the power/utilities sector.</li> <li>Strong understanding of IWPP frameworks and key agreements such as PPA, EPC, O&M, LTSA, and Fuel Supply contracts.</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to manage complex multi stakeholder environments and regulatory compliance in the UAE.</li> <li>Skilled in drafting, negotiating, and reviewing high value commercial contracts with strategic impact.</li> <li>Fluent in English; fluency in Arabic would be advantageous.</li> </ul> Job Offer <ul> <li>Attractive compensation package.</li> <li>Opportunity to work closely with leadership in an impactful role.</li> </ul> Skills contracts, IWPP, power, power purchase agreements, utilities

Legal Contracts Manager - Utilities/Power

Robert Walters

Contracts Manager - Robert Walters Placing the best candidates in legal positions across the Middle East. A new project company in the UAE is seeking a Contracts Manager to lead contract arrangements and legal agreements for a recently acquired project. This is a hands on, individual contributor role, reporting directly to the CEO. Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Draft and manage long term shareholder agreements and non standard contracts between the legal company and O&M contractors.</li> <li>Provide contractual support for the new project company from scratch. </li><li>Collaborate with the CEO, project manager, and legal/asset teams to ensure sound contractual governance.</li> </ul> Requirements: <ul> <li>10+ years' experience in contracts, legal arrangements, or related roles; formal legal qualification desirable but not essential.</li> <li>Engineering background or experience in utilities/power projects is advantageous.</li> <li>Experience with non standard contracts and project company structures preferred.</li> </ul> Seniority level <ul> <li>Mid Senior level</li> </ul> Employment type <ul> <li>Full time</li> </ul> Job function <ul> <li>Legal</li> <li>Industries: Legal Services</li> </ul> Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Robert Walters by 2x.

Contracts Manager

Muthoot Fincorp Ltd.

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 Job description
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Contracts Manager will be responsible for drafting, negotiating, and managing agreements across vendors, customers, and financial institutions. This role ensures compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks, mitigates risks, and supports business growth through effective contract governance.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 (i)
 
 Contract Drafting &amp; Negotiation
 
 : Draft, review, redline, and finalize agreements (vendor, customer, SoW, loan documents, NCDs, addenda, etc.).
 
 
 (ii)
 
 Risk &amp; Compliance
 
 : Conduct gap analysis, ensure adherence to applicable laws, and align contracts with corporate policies.
 
 
 (iii)
 
 Process Improvement
 
 : Develop templates, tools, and best practices; deliver training to cross-functional teams.
 
 
 (iv)
 
 Stakeholder Engagement
 
 : Collaborate with IT, legal, finance, and commercial teams; maintain contract repositories and MIS reports.
 
 
 (v)
 
 Performance Monitoring
 
 : Track risks, opportunities, and performance metrics across the contract portfolio; report and recommend actions.
 
 
 (vi)
 
 Advisory and compliance Support
 
 : Review marketing materials and support commercial projects from a legal perspective.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 QUALIFICATIONS
 
 :
 
 
 (i) Bachelors degree in law (i.e. L.L.B. and LL.M. Preferred) with 510 years PQE in contract management and advisory roles;
 
 
 (ii) Strong expertise in drafting and negotiating agreements;
 
 
 (iii) Working knowledge of finance and NBFC operations;
 
 
 (iv) Excellent communication skills (written and spoken English);
 
 
 (v) Proficiency in MS Office; familiarity with contract management tools is a plus; and
 
 
 (vi)Analytical, detail-oriented, and able to work independently or in teams
 
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Contract Manager

Raytheon

<div>Date Posted:
2025-11-27
Country:
Saudi Arabia
Location:
SAU01115: RTN SA Riyadh Front HQ, 9054 King Khaled International Airport Street, S1, King Khaled International Airport District, Riyadh, 01, 13413-3677, Saudi Arabia
Position Role Type:
Unspecified
About us:
Raytheon Saudi Arabia a wholly owned subsidiary of RTX and has more than fifty years of continuous presence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) providing defense and security solutions to government and commercial customers. RTX&rsquo;s innovative solutions and services are increasingly developed utilizing the regional supplier ecosystem, that contributes to the region&rsquo;s lasting security and economic development.
Job Summary:
The holder of this position will be Responsible for the drafting, negotiation, and management of new agreements and contract clauses in line with corporate guidelines, supporting in conducting contracts risk and opportunity analysis. Assist, lead and support during customer negotiations and decision making including, but not limited to, escalating subjects to senior management when required for resolution. Collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure adherence to corporate contract processes, policies, and approval of contracts, leading the approvals required for the Legal, Contracts &amp; Compliance function.
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Responsible for the drafting, negotiation, and management of new agreements and contract clauses in line with corporate guidelines. providing support during customer negotiations and decision making including, but not limited to, escalating subjects to senior management</li><li>
Conduct contracts risk and opportunity analysis, providing the business with clear advice to mitigate its corresponding contractual risks.</li><li>
Assist, lead and support in decision making including, but not limited to, escalating subjects to senior management when required for resolution.</li><li>
Work with the business functions (Legal, Program Management, Business Development, Finance, Engineering, Senior Leadership across the sites to ensure appropriate contractual requirements are included in business cases.</li><li>
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure adherence to corporate contract processes, policies, and approval of contracts, leading the approvals required for the Legal, Contracts &amp; Compliance function.</li></ul>
Qualifications You Must Have:<ul><li>
A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 3 years&rsquo; experience.</li><li>
Operational Impact: Demonstrated ability to achieve day-to-day objectives that significantly influence operational results within the designated work area. Experience managing small projects or processes autonomously, with limited oversight.</li><li>
Problem-Solving Skills: Proven track record in addressing general and complex problems that require an understanding of broader issues. Ability to analyze issues and draw from prior experience to implement effective solutions and make moderate improvements to processes, systems, or products.</li><li>
 Effective Communication: Strong communication skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders both within and outside of the department. Experience in liaising with external parties such as customers and vendors, effectively conveying policies, practices, and procedures at an operational level.</li></ul>
RTX adheres to the principles of equal employment. All qualified applications will be given careful consideration without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Principal Specialist, Contracts

Wadi Degla Developments

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 Main Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 -Set department yearly plan and targets in coordination with the direct -manager.
 
 
 -Prepare and submit forecasts for the department budget for discussion and approval by the direct manager.
 
 
 -Ensure adherence to all department processes, policies, and procedures by the team and Sales departments, from unit reservations with Sales Advisors to the final approved contract delivery to clients.
 
 
 -Ensure the Sales Contracts team follows up with clients to receive necessary documents on time according to the set SLA (Service Level Agreement).
 
 
 -Support the Sales Contracts team by answering inquiries related to contracts and supporting documents throughout the contract preparation phase.
 
 
 -Review contract data and related documents to ensure accuracy as recorded in the CRM (Initial Review).
 
 
 -Oversee the creation and finalization cycles of all management contracts.
 
 
 -Notify all team members of any legal or internal process changes or updates.
 
 
 -Revise all newly received legal templates and communicate them to the team.
 
 
 -Notify related departments (Legal, Contracts, Developments, etc.) of requests received from clients.
 
 
 -Inform Sales Managers of any changes in processes.
 
 
 -Assign sales tasks to the Sales Contracts team.
 
 
 -Receive client requests, delegate to team members, and ensure timely handling.
 
 
 -Receive all remarks regarding clients&rsquo; grace periods ending and notify the Legal Department.
 
 
 -Ensure that data in the CRM is consistently accurate and updated.
 
 
 -Suggest enhancements and developments for the CRM to add new features according to business needs in coordination with the technical department.
 
 
 -Conduct periodic meetings with the entire Sales Contracts team.
 
 
 -Prepare and submit all requested periodic reports.
 
 
 -Participate in recruiting and setting objectives for teams.
 
 
 -Coach, monitor, and evaluate team performance.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job requirements:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 -Bachelor&rsquo;s degree.
 
 
 -Min. 10 years with proven experience in Contracts Department.
 
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Contract Sales Manager

TotalEnergies

<div>
 
 
 Contexte et environnement
 
 
 
 
 The environment is highly international with the presence in the country of a number of oil majors, enhancing significantly the level of competition between these IOCs.
 
 
 Qatar is developing an impressive number of projects in the energy sector.
 
 
 
 
 Activit&eacute;s
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 :
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 General Legal Support:
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in drafting correspondence and legal documents;
 </li>
 <li>
 Under the supervision of the Legal and Corporate Governance Manager, provide day to day legal support to various departments within the Affiliate, including HR, CSR, COM, Finance, Operated Asset and OBO;
 </li>
 <li>
 Under the supervision of the Legal and Corporate Governance Manager, respond to ad hoc legal inquiries and requests for advice from internal stakeholders;
 </li>
 <li>
 Under the supervision of the Legal and Corporate Governance Manager, ensure timely and correct commercial registration of the TotalEnergies&rsquo; entities currently performing activities in Qatar and, more generally, provide assistance in all corporate-related matters;
 </li>
 <li>
 Support in creating training materials for Affiliate-wide legal compliance education.
 </li>
 <li>
 Legal Research and Analysis:
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct legal research on issues relevant to the oil and gas industry, including changes in the legislation, industry regulations, etc.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare summaries and memoranda on legal findings for the Legal and Corporate Governance Manager.
 </li>
 <li>
 Contract Review and Management:
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in the drafting, reviewing and negotiation of various contracts, namely services agreements, non-disclosure agreements, real estate agreements, employment related agreements, etc;
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure that contracts are aligned with Affiliate&rsquo;s policies and legal requirements;
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain organized records of all contracts and related documents.
 </li>
 <li>
 Regulatory Compliance:
 </li>
 <li>
 Support in monitoring and ensuring compliance with local, national and international laws and regulations relevant for the oil and gas sector, namely by performing the legal watch and identifying new laws and regulations relevant for the activities of TotalEnergies in Qatar.
 </li>
 <li>
 Corporate Governance
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure compliance with corporate governance requirements and best practices with respect to incorporated joint ventures where TotalEnergies holds a shareholding interest.
 </li>
 <li>
 Document Management:
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in managing the legal department&rsquo;s document and record-keeping systems;
 </li>
 <li>
 Organize and maintain confidential legal files and records.
 </li>
 <li>
 Litigation Support:
 </li>
 <li>
 Provide administrative support for litigation matters, including gathering and organizing documents;
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in coordinating with external counsel as needed.
 
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Profil du candidat
 
 
 
 
 
 Education:
 
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in law or equivalent from an accredited law school. Strong academic record and demonstrated interest in corporate law, contracts law and regulatory compliance.
 
 
 
 Professional experience:
 
 0-2 years PQE
 
 
 
 Behavioural competencies:
 
 good organizational skills; attention to detail; ability to adapt to new information, procedures and industry developments; strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently when required.
 
 
 
 Technical competencies:
 
 excellent research, writing, and analytical skills. Ability to convey and explain information, opinions and arguments fluently and coherently.
 
 
 
 
 Informations suppl&eacute;mentaires
 
 
 
 
 
 TotalEnergies valorise la diversit&eacute;, promeut le d&eacute;veloppement individuel et offre des opportunit&eacute;s d'emploi &eacute;gales &agrave; tous les candidats.
 
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JUNIOR LAWYER (Qatari National only)

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