Contract Management Lead

Key Responsibilities:

Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, including but not limited to service agreements, vendor contracts, employment agreements, and joint ventures.

Ensure all contracts align with applicable Egyptian and Gulf legal frameworks and company policies.

Identify and mitigate contractual risks, ensuring clarity and enforceability of terms.

Advise on compliance with Egyptian and Gulf laws, including labor laws, commercial codes, and regulatory requirements Monitor legislative changes in Egypt and Gulf countries and assess their impact on existing and future contracts.

Collaborate with legal counsel and external advisors to address complex legal and regulatory issues.

Lead the end-to-end management of contracts, from initiation to renewal or termination.

Develop and maintain a robust contract repository for easy retrieval and tracking of obligations and deadlines.

Implement and optimize contract management systems and tools for efficiency and accuracy.

Work closely with internal departments (e.g., procurement, HR, finance) to understand their contractual needs and provide strategic advice.

Lead negotiations with vendors, clients, and partners to secure favorable terms for the company.

Act as a liaison between internal stakeholders and external parties to resolve disputes or discrepancies.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Law (LLB) or equivalent. Masters degree in law (LLM) or a related field is preferred.

Minimum 7 up to10 years of experience in contract management, with a focus on Egyptian and Gulf legal systems.

Proven track record in handling cross-border contracts and multi-jurisdictional legal issues.

Originally posted on Himalayas