Senior Contract Manager

A global energy services provider is hiring for an experienced Senior Contracts Manager to be based in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, overseeing their operations in francophone west Africa. The Senior Contracts Manager is responsible for leading the full end-to-end life cycle of complex project contracts, from bid qualification and tendering through execution, operations, renewal, and close-out.Job responsibilities:Contract Lifecycle Ownership: Lead the end-to-end contract lifecycle, from tender and proposal development through to contract execution, renewal, and close-outCollaborate with legal, commercial, technical, and finance teams to structure contracts that are clear, enforceable, and commercially soundOperational Execution & Monitoring: Own the Project Review Pack, providing timely insights on contract health, risks, and performanceEnsure accurate billing, revenue capture, and invoicing tied to contractual T&Cs (Capacity, O&M, Energy)Governance, Risk & Dispute Management: Identify, quantify, and track contractual risks proactively from onboarding through deliveryAct as a key stakeholder in resolving disputes and claims, working closely with legal and leadershipContinuous Improvement: Champion continuous process optimization in contract management workflowsBuild and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and standard clauses aligned with governance frameworks Candidate requirements:Bachelor's degree in law, Engineering. Holder of both degrees will be factored for selectionContract management certifications (e.g., CCM, WorldCC) are preferredThe successful candidate requires proven legal & engineering expertise in site based industries such as engineering, construction or power generation8 years or more of experience in contract management across Energy, O&G sectorsProven track record in managing complex contracts end-to-end: from proposal stage to final account close-outStrong exposure to cross-functional collaboration in project-based environmentsFrench and English proficiency is a must