NES Fircroft
Contracts Assistant
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NES Fircroft are currently recruiting a Contracts Assistant on behalf of a leading Oil & Gas operator based in Norwich.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a legal, paralegal, contracts, commercial, procurement or related background to join a Supply Chain Management team and develop their experience within the energy industry.
You do not need extensive Oil & Gas experience for this position. Our client is particularly interested in candidates who have a good understanding of contracts, legal documentation, commercial terms, contract administration or supplier management, and who are keen to develop their career within a fast-paced and highly regulated industry.
The successful candidate will provide contractual and commercial support across the business, working closely with internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure contracts are effectively managed throughout their lifecycle.
The Role
Reporting to the Contracts Team Leader, you will support a portfolio of contracts and provide advice and guidance to contract users, while helping to ensure our client achieves the best possible commercial and contractual outcomes.
This could be a great next step for someone currently working as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant, Contracts Administrator, Contract Specialist, Commercial Assistant, Procurement Specialist or similar, looking to build on their existing experience.
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Key Responsibilities
- Manage contract change requests, amendments and variations, maintaining accurate contract records and documentation
- Support contract users with the development and implementation of contracting strategies
- Draft and manage requests for information, requests for proposal, invitations to tender and contract documentation
- Review contractual and commercial terms, ensuring key risks and requirements are identified
- Support proposal evaluations and ensure submissions are assessed consistently and fairly
- Assist with negotiations and achieving the best possible commercial and contractual position with suppliers
- Prepare recommendations for management relating to contract awards and execution
- Support the business in resolving commercial and contractual issues with suppliers
- Draft and issue contract letters, notices and other contractual correspondence
- Review and assist with the negotiation of contractual terms and amendments
- Work closely with stakeholders across the business to achieve wider commercial objectives
- Assist Finance with cost control and provide guidance on contract application and compliance
- Maintain a designated portfolio of contracts and provide support throughout the contract lifecycle
- Contribute to continuous improvement within the contracts and supply chain function
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What We Are Looking For
Open to candidates from a range of backgrounds. You may have experience in:
- Legal / Paralegal
- Contract Administration
- Commercial
- Procurement / Supply Chain
- Legal Operations
- Or another role involving contracts, documentation, negotiation or commercial terms
Key requirements include:
- An understanding of contract principles, legal documentation or commercial processes
- A degree-level qualification or relevant experience in a related field
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
- The ability to understand, review and interpret contractual documentation
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Confidence communicating with internal stakeholders and external suppliers
- Good Microsoft Word and Excel skills
- Familiarity with SAP or another P2P system would be advantageous
- A proactive, delivery-focused approach with the ability to work independently
- A professional approach with a high level of integrity
- The ability to work effectively as part of a wider multidisciplinary team
Why Consider This Opportunity?
You will gain exposure to a wide range of contracts, suppliers, commercial negotiations and business stakeholders while working within an established Supply Chain Management function.
Interested? Apply today!
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