About the Company
We are a leading UAE-based real estate developer and construction organization, delivering high-quality residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects across the region. As part of our operational excellence and digital initiatives, we maintain structured contract management processes and invest in systems that ensure compliance, risk mitigation, and seamless project execution across all corporate and site operations.
About the Role Contracts Officer
The Contracts Officer is responsible for managing contracts for projects and corporate operations, ensuring compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and project objectives. This role involves drafting, reviewing, coordinating, and monitoring contracts with vendors, consultants, contractors, and clients to minimize risk and protect organizational interests.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, review, and manage contracts with vendors, consultants, contractors, and clients
- Ensure contracts comply with company policies, legal requirements, and regulatory standards
- Coordinate with project, legal, finance, and operations teams to finalize contract terms and conditions
- Monitor contract execution, timelines, deliverables, and compliance obligations
- Maintain a centralized contract register and ensure proper documentation and filing
- Support negotiations and provide recommendations on contractual terms, liabilities, and risk mitigation
- Track contract renewals, extensions, and amendments; ensure timely actions
- Provide guidance to internal teams on contract interpretation and obligations
- Prepare reports, summaries, and analysis of contracts for management review
- Support audits and internal/external compliance checks related to contracts
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Commerce, or related field
- 35 years of experience in contracts management, preferably in construction, real estate, or large corporate environments
- Knowledge of UAE contract laws, construction contracts, and commercial agreements
- Familiarity with ERP or contract management systems preferred
Required Skills & Competencies
- Strong understanding of contract law, terms, and risk management
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills
- Attention to detail and documentation discipline
- Analytical and problem-solving skills to interpret complex contracts
- Ability to coordinate across multiple departments and stakeholders
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously
- Proactive, compliance-focused, and able to work under tight deadlines
