Ensure effective cascading of the Contracts & Legal strategy into operating plans to ensure vertical alignment and horizontal integration with other interfacing departmental strategies.
Manage the effective achievement of Contracts & Legal objectives through the leadership of the Contracts & Legal department by setting of individual objectives, managing performance, developing, and motivating staff to maximize sectional performance.
Lead the talent development initiatives for Contracts & Legal, collaborating with technical/discipline experts and thereby ensuring the availability of talent to fit business requirements.
Act as a role model and drive adherence to organizational values and ethics by employees of Contracts & Legal to foster a value-driven culture within the organization.
Manage the preparation, recommend the Contracts & Legal budget, and monitor financial performance versus the budget while ensuring all sectional activities are conducted in line with the approved guidelines.
Lead the successful management of the entire contract lifecycle, from inception to closeout, to ensure that the organizations contractual activities are strategically managed, legally compliant, and effectively executed, while also minimizing risks and contributing to efficient project execution.
Develop and lead the implementation of procedures for contract management and administration to enhance legal compliance and risk management, ultimately contributing to successful contract execution and organizational success.
Manage the development of a proper Contracts framework and templates, in cooperation with the relevant departments, to ensure that the right contract templates are used as per the respective needs and all the terms and conditions are aligned with Nesma & Partners legal guidelines.
Lead and monitor the drafting of contracts, memorandums, agreements, etc. related to all EPC activities to assess risks and prevent legal liabilities against Nesma & Partners while ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and local and international regulations.
Verify contracts to understand project scope, schedule terms, and any possible risks, ensuring a clear, comprehensive, and well-informed perspective on the projects requirements and potential challenges.
In collaboration with Director - Contracts and Legal / Corporate Contracts & Legal Manager, partake in contractual discussions by providing expert advice and support to project teams to ensure that all contractual negotiations and conversations align with legal and strategic objectives, facilitate effective communication, and contribute to the successful execution of contracts within Nesma & Partners.
Oversee the archiving of all contract-related documentation to establish an organized, accessible, and secure system for storing and managing contract records throughout their lifecycle.
Actively participate in negotiations / renegotiations with suppliers to ensure that the benefits for Nesma & Partners are maximized and all contractual terms are in alignment with the companys policies and serve in its best interests.
Oversee the administration of procurement contracts, from inception to close out, including extensions, updating, cancellations, and other related activities with contractors, suppliers, and service providers to ensure that processed contracts are aligned with the standard contract terms and conditions.
Lead the revision and enhancement of contracts terms and conditions before and after signing them and coordinate the approval of amendments as required to optimize contractual agreements, enhance risk management, and align contracts with the organizations strategic objectives.
Develop and maintain a robust system for tracking contract deliverables, milestones, and deadlines to ensure time
