Contracts Analyst

Ocean Infinity is seeking a Contracts Analyst on a full time, permanent basis who will provide proactive support to the Contracts Manager and all levels of the business on contract-related matters.
What will you do:
The core responsibilities of the Contracts Analyst are to provide proactive support to the Contracts Manager and all levels of the business on contract-related matters which will include, but not be limited to, the following:

• Review, qualify, negotiate and advise on contractual and commercial terms and conditions relating to the wide range of services offered by Ocean Infinity globally across all phases of contractual activity, including pre-contract (pre-qualification, tendering, negotiation) and post-contract (contract handover, contractual support during project execution and monitor existing contract deadlines, expiry and renewals);


• Attend contractual meetings with internal stakeholders, clients and relevant third parties, including clarification and negotiation;


• Liaise with Commercial (Tender & Business Development), Project, Legal, Insurance, Finance and other internal departments for support, advice and guidance;


• Implement Ocean Infinity's Contracting Policy and Guidelines in accordance with Ocean Infinity's processes and procedures and contribute to the continuous improvement and refinement of the same;


• Development of new and existing procedures and systems, through technology or otherwise, in order to supplement and improve current practices;


• Maintain effective filing and storage of contractual documentation within Ocean Infinity's repository;


• Remain up to date with relevant legal developments, new legislation and regulations to provide proactive advice to the business and support functions on relevant law and contractual provisions;


• Communicate and present information to stakeholders about all contract-related matters including risk analysis and potential solutions to mitigate exposure;


• Perform other duties or tasks as required.
  
  Possess excellent communication, attention to detail, and organisational skills, with the ability to think critically and manage multiple projects simultaneously;


• Proactive and collaborative work ethic and ability to build working relationships with various departments within Ocean Infinity;


• Strong negotiation and persuasion skills;


• Degree or equivalent in relevant discipline (preferably in Law but not essential);


• Work history in a contracts-related role or legal experience (preferably within a marine services organisation);


• IT literate, including Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel and PowerPoint), Outlook and Teams;


• Fluency in the English language is mandatory;


• Ability to take ownership and engagement in the work;


• Integrity, credibility and maturity for confidential issues;


• Ability to work as a trusted advisor with senior stakeholders;


• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work in a fast-paced environment;


• Driven, proactive and able to work autonomously with little supervision towards the company's purpose;


• Critical thinking and ability to show initiative.


Desirable:

• Experience in the marine and/or offshore energy industry is beneficial;


• Familiarity with industry standard form contracts including LOGIC, NEC, FIDIC etc. will be a distinct advantage.
  
  We are using and creating technology to transform operations at sea to enable people and the planet to thrive.

We are open-minded and fearless in our approach to innovation and don't believe in boundaries. We challenge everything and have massive ambitions to drag aging industries into the tech era.
We take safety, equality and education very seriously, and our responsibilities don't stop at our front door. Our business is built on the belief that there's definitely a more environmentally responsible way to operate at sea.
We employ people who share our core values. We expect our people to be courageous, trustworthy, and conscientious, driven by a desire to do the right thing. We strive for excellence, work collaboratively, and are genuinely excited by our work.
We offer opportunities for our people to develop beyond their role and span a multitude of disciplines. These are open to all, regardless of background and experience level. Working with us means being part of a team that is harnessing technology and creativity to disrupt a traditional industry.
We are not your average workplace.

Salary for the position: Up to £40,000 per year
Salary: The salary varies for this position as we are recruiting in multiple regional locations and job grades. The salary process is based on skills, abilities, and experience required.
What you can expect:
At Ocean Infinity, we believe in creating equal opportunities for all, celebrating each and everyone's differences. We are driven by transforming the industry, through our technology, thoughts, behaviours and actions. Being inclusive and respectful to all is fundamental to who we are. It is the right thing to do and enables innovation and creativity to thrive.
There is more work to be done, and we know that we aren't perfect, but our commitment to these values is unwavering. They are central to our mission and the impact we have on the industry, meaning, we cannot live without them.