About Us Ithaca Energy is a leading full cycle exploration and production company headquartered in Aberdeen, Scotland. The business has built a diverse and high value portfolio of operated and non-operated assets across the Northern & Central North Sea and West of Shetland. We are a dynamic and ambitious business on a rapid growth journey, recognising that the energy industry is entering a new era. As we move towards energy transition, our commitment to the North Sea is unwavering. As a leading North Sea Operator, we are an agile and driven business, taking a pragmatic approach to oil & gas production through innovative thinking and advanced technologies. Our goal is to maximise value through the safe, efficient and responsible production of our assets. Success is dependent on our talent and, with bold and inspired people, we will create a workplace that is diverse and equitable, building a culture of collaboration and inclusion. Position Overview Ithaca Energy is accepting applications for the position of Contracts Specialist, located in our Aberdeen Office. Reporting to the Contracts Manager, the Contracts Specialist will will be responsible for the contractual management and administration of a portfolio of operations & business support contracts which may including: Logistics – Marine & Aviation Health, Safety and Environment (onshore and offshore) Production Chemistry and Laboratory Services Onshore and Offshore Facilities Management Fabric Maintenance Integrity, Inspection and Fabrication Services Medical Services (onshore and offshore) Offshore Geologists and Exploration Support Third Party Procurement Services Verification Services IT (Technology & Innovation) Human Resources; and Contingent Labour Responsibilities Post Award activities: Manage post award contract / commercial management of the contracts already in place: Including contract progress verification, change management, claims mitigation, invoice verification and closeout; Oversee preparation and administration of minor third-party contracts; Ensure all compliance, Joint Venture and Company requirements regarding contracting processes are satisfied; Develop and implement post award Contractor relationship / performance management including the tracking of the same; Compliant contract administration; Engage and coordinating with Legal and other functional SMEs for contracting support. Additional tasks: Management of SAP/eProcurement system records; Establish and ensure the needs and requirements of key internal and external stakeholders are met; and Represent the Business as the SCM focal point at all monthly Tender Board Meetings as required. Tendering involvement: Be the supply chain management focal point for future tender requirements, key tasks shall include: Prepare requests for proposal documentation; Co-ordination of subsequent evaluation / award recommendation; Lead negotiations; and Contract development and award. Qualifications & Experience Preferably degree qualified in an appropriate commercial discipline (e.g. Quantity Surveying, Business Management, Law) Previous experience as a Contracts Specialist on similar work scopes for a minimum of 10 years, managing multiple contracts of varying levels of complexity, preferably having worked for Operator in the UKCS. Ability to work in fast paced environment with high volume of activity. Highly experienced and knowledgeable with formal SCM systems including principles and associated processes, practices, or tools including contract drafting and formulation, legal requirements, Terms and Conditions and risk assessment. Experienced and effective in interfacing with internal stakeholders such as core business operations, compliance, Legal, Finance, as well as the Procurement, Materials, QA/QC and Logistics elements of the overarching supply chain management, along with any external stakeholders Working knowledge of end-to-end Contracting process (Planning, Sourcing, Negotiation and Supplier/Contractor Management). Proven business and commercial acumen, including negotiation skills. Proficient in SAP, e-Procurement systems and Microsoft Office suite. Ability to effectively communicate within multi-functional teams with various technical backgrounds. We are committed to building a diverse organisation with a variety of backgrounds, skills and views. The more inclusive we are, the better we are. We recognise you may not fulfil every criteria but if you meet most of them, please apply.