Senior Contracts Adviser

2 days ago


Aberdeen Scotland, Aberdeenshire, United Kingdom First Recruitment Group Full time

Senior Contracts Adviser

Location: Aberdeen

PAYE contract (March contract)

12 months

Are you an experienced contracts professional looking to join a dynamic team where you can lead, innovate, and make a significant impact? We are seeking a Senior Contracts Adviser to oversee and execute end-to-end Category Management and Contracting Processes (CMCP) while fostering collaboration, leadership, and excellence across teams.


Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Contracts Adviser, your responsibilities will include:

Safety and Compliance

  • Ensure all activities comply with safety regulations, legislation, and internal HSES procedures.
  • Maintain alignment with the organization’s Ethics and Compliance Policies, including completing mandatory compliance training.

Contract Strategy and Management

  • Develop and implement commercial solutions that address business needs and drive innovation.
  • Manage the full lifecycle of contracts, from strategy and documentation to post-award management.
  • Draft contracts, amendments, and robust management plans, incorporating KPIs as required.
  • Lead supplier relationships and foster continuous performance improvement.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to create demand forecasts and category plans.
  • Act as the liaison between internal functions like Legal, Insurance, and other risk management teams.

Stakeholder Engagement and Market Expertise

  • Build strong relationships with internal customers, becoming a trusted advisor in their operations.
  • Engage confidently with senior-level suppliers and develop networks in the market to identify opportunities and innovations.
  • Leverage a deep understanding of supply markets and modern procurement tools to deliver value-driven solutions.

Team Leadership

  • Inspire and develop peers and colleagues through exemplary leadership and communication.
  • Lead multi-functional teams for procurement projects, fostering collaboration and a shared vision.


Qualifications and Experience

Education and Certifications:

  • Degree in Business Management, Quantity Surveying, Law, or a related field, or significant long-term experience in Contracts and Procurement (C&P).
  • MCIPS qualification is preferred but not mandatory.

Professional Experience:

  • Proven leadership and people management experience.
  • Strong background in category planning, ITTs, contract drafting, and award recommendations, ideally within the energy sector.
  • Experience in offshore operations and technical understanding.
  • Expertise in contract negotiations, tender evaluations, and supplier relationship management.

Key Skills:

  • Results-oriented mindset with a focus on tangible outcomes.
  • Innovative thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
  • Proficient in developing work plans and prioritizing objectives effectively.
  • Collaborative team player who shares knowledge and expertise.


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