Contracts Administrator

We are currently seeking an experienced Contracts Administrator to join a global oil and gas operator, based in London.
This role will be responsible for contract administration activities, reporting into the Procurement function and supporting the Contract Holder/Contract Company Representative in the effective administration of contracts within your area of competence.


This is a 12 month contract.
Paid a Daily rate, based in central London. Hybrid work schedule (3 days per week in the office)
YOU MUST HAVE THE RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK.


Main responsibilities:
 

• Carry out contract administration activities within the assigned area of competence, in line with regulatory frameworks and Company procedures.
• Support the Contract Holder and Procurement team on post-award contract management, including clarifications, changes and disputes.
• Attend handover, contractual kick-off and progress review meetings, liaising with relevant internal stakeholders as required.
• Prepare and maintain accurate minutes and records of meetings.
• Monitor assigned contracts against key performance indicators, including expenditure versus approved contract value and contract duration.
• Verify that contractors provide all required documentation in compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and report contractual or procedural irregularities during contract execution.
• Collect and assess contractor performance information and support the issuance of feedback.
• Review contract variations, claims and disputes, assessing contractual admissibility and applicability.
• Assess the application of liquidated damages, volume discounts or other contractual remedies, where applicable.
• Capture and share contract administration lessons learned.
• Support the preparation and review of post-award contractual and commercial correspondence.
• Manage correspondence with contractors, ensuring traceability and appropriate internal coordination.
• Maintain complete and up-to-date contract management documentation.

 
Skills and experience required:
 

• Significant relevant experience in Contract Administration.
• Knowledge of contract regulations, terms and conditions for goods, services and works (energy sector preferred).
• Understanding of Health, Safety and Environment requirements within contracts.
• Knowledge of technical specifications and industry standards.
• Strong organisational, communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple contracts and monitor performance effectively.
• High attention to detail and strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of post-award contract management processes and basic pre-award procurement activities.
• Proactive, self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Fluency in English; Italian is an advantage.
• Proficient in MS Office, SAP or similar systems.

People are our business worldwide
 
Orion Group was founded in 1987 and is now one of the largest, independent, international recruitment companies. We have a network of 200 employees working from 24 offices, delivering a range of services – Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Outsourcing Services, Retained Search, Global Workforce Solutions, Completions & Commissioning and Materials Management – across 68 countries. As a global leader in workforce solutions, we recruit personnel across the Engineering & Technical, Office & Commercial, Scientific and Skilled Trades disciplines, for sectors including Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Renewables.