Contracts Manager

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Contracts Manager to lead and oversee all contractual aspects of major oil & gas projects in Kazakhstan. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in contract management, commercial negotiations, and compliance within the energy sector, ensuring that all contractual obligations are met and risks are minimized.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the preparation, negotiation, administration, and close-out of contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with Kazakhstan legislation, company policies, and industry standards.
• Draft, review, and amend contract terms to protect the company’s interests and mitigate risks.
• Monitor contract performance, deliverables, and payment milestones.
• Handle claims, variations, and disputes in collaboration with legal and project teams.
• Provide contractual advice to project management, procurement, and engineering teams.
• Maintain accurate records of contractual correspondence and agreements.
• Support business development and tendering teams during proposal stages.
• Former TCO Base busines experience is an advantage

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5–10 years of experience in contract management in the oil & gas or energy industry.
• Proven experience in international contract forms.
• Strong knowledge of Kazakhstan civil, commercial, and labor laws.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.
• Fluency in English and Russian (Kazakh is an advantage).
• High level of commercial awareness and problem-solving ability.

Conditions:

• Employment in accordance with the Labour Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan

• Location: Tengiz / Aktau