Contracts Analyst

at  ORION

Job description
Our client is currently recruiting for the position of Contracts Analyst, based in Aberdeenshire.

Responsibilities:

• Carrying out contract analysis as well as reviews of general terms and conditions for sale and purchase in order to evaluate contractual risk.
• Providing feedback to colleagues on the analysis carried out and assist, where required, in negotiating contracts in order to gain more favourable contractual terms for the group.
• Attending meetings with customers and suppliers in order to provide contractual guidance.
• Liaise and consult with commercial and finance teams for all relevant matters pertaining to the contractual analysis: tax implications, performance bonds / parent company guarantees, insurance matters.
• Considering business requirements and proposing a contractual solution with a view to drafting an appropriate contractual document, including but not limited to Framework Agreements, Service Contracts, Supply of Goods Contracts and Representation Agreements
• Interpreting existing contractual terms in order to advise business of contractual obligations and/or potential exposures.
• Assist in the development and revision of standard terms and conditions and contractual procedures.
• Assist with preparation, filing and administration of documents and records.
• Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with company policies, provided standards and work instructions.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Undergraduate degree in relevant discipline
• Prior experience working as a Contracts Analyst in a commercial or legal environment.
• Good understanding of practical / technical delivery of oil and gas / energy contracts

Behaviours and Skills:

• Good communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management to convey necessary information
• Ability to serve as a resource to others in the resolution of problems and issues
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Self-motivated with the ability to work constructively and efficiently when given deadlines
• Proficient IT Skills in use of Microsoft Office

Permanent Position
If you feel that you are well suited to the above opportunity and would like to find out more then please contact Orion Group for more information or apply by forwarding your current CV quoting reference: PR/075071 .
Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment

• Carrying out contract analysis as well as reviews of general terms and conditions for sale and purchase in order to evaluate contractual risk.
• Providing feedback to colleagues on the analysis carried out and assist, where required, in negotiating contracts in order to gain more favourable contractual terms for the group.
• Attending meetings with customers and suppliers in order to provide contractual guidance.
• Liaise and consult with commercial and finance teams for all relevant matters pertaining to the contractual analysis: tax implications, performance bonds / parent company guarantees, insurance matters.
• Considering business requirements and proposing a contractual solution with a view to drafting an appropriate contractual document, including but not limited to Framework Agreements, Service Contracts, Supply of Goods Contracts and Representation Agreements
• Interpreting existing contractual terms in order to advise business of contractual obligations and/or potential exposures.
• Assist in the development and revision of standard terms and conditions and contractual procedures.
• Assist with preparation, filing and administration of documents and records.
• Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with company policies, provided standards and work instructions