Contracts Associate

About the role

Genser Energy Ghana Limited (GEGL) is hiring a Contracts Associate in its Legal department at the corporate office in Takoradi, Ghana. The role supports the drafting, review and administration of contracts related to the procurement of goods and services, including assisting with negotiation of terms, compliance checks and record keeping. It reports directly to the Senior Contracts Associate.

Key responsibilities

• Support the contract lifecycle: draft, review and prepare terms and conditions for the Senior Contracts Associate's review.
• Help manage relationships with contractors, suppliers and vendors so they meet contract terms and performance expectations.
• Take part in negotiations with vendors and suppliers to secure favourable terms and mitigate risks, under the guidance of the Senior Contracts Associate.
• Ensure contracts comply with legal and regulatory requirements, company policies and industry standards, and escalate compliance issues.
• Maintain accurate records of executed agreements, amendments and correspondence, and keep filing systems and databases up to date.
• Assist in identifying and assessing contract risks and implementing agreed mitigation measures.
• Liaise with procurement, legal, finance and operations teams, and contribute to improving contract management processes.
• Complete assigned projects within agreed deadlines and budget, take part in performance appraisals and follow the departmental leave schedule.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Law or a related field (mandatory).
• Master's degree in Business, multicultural experience, and proficiency in French are a plus.
• At least 3 years of experience in contract management or a related role, ideally in the Oil & Gas sector.
• Fundamental knowledge of oil and gas terminals and shipyard operations.

Required skills

• Strong attention to detail in reviewing and drafting contracts.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Supply chain management software such as Sage X3, SAP or Oracle.