Senior Legal Associate - Contract Management

**Role Overview:** As a Senior Legal Associate at NES Fircroft, you will play a crucial role in supporting the legal and compliance functions of the company. Your responsibilities will include overseeing global supplier onboarding and compliance, reviewing contracts for risk assessment, assisting in vendor management, collaborating with internal teams on legal matters, monitoring contract lifecycles, engaging with stakeholders, managing email requests, conducting legal research, and ensuring operational efficiency and timeliness. **Key Responsibilities:** - Oversee global supplier onboarding and compliance to ensure adherence to internal policies and legal standards. - Review supplier contracts, Master Service Agreements (MSAs), and other legal documents for risk identification and alignment with company interests. - Assist in managing vendor management processes, including documentation, compliance checks, and coordination with relevant teams. - Collaborate with internal teams to address legal review queries, provide guidance, and ensure timely responses. - Monitor contract expiry alerts and coordinate with stakeholders for timely renewals or closures. - Independently engage with internal and external stakeholders to understand and resolve legal queries. - Manage the VM email inbox, track incoming requests, assign tasks, and respond within defined turnaround times. - Support the General Manager in legal research and compliance-related matters. - Maintain a strong focus on meeting turnaround times for all legal operations. - Assist in the onboarding process of new suppliers by conducting due diligence and mitigating legal risks. **Qualifications Required:** - Commercial Risk Analysis skills with the ability to apply solutions coherently. - Critical Thinking & Inquiry approach to understand issues thoroughly. - Effective Communication Strategy to identify key points and resolve issues efficiently. - Information Gathering & Decision Making abilities to provide informed recommendations. - Strong Legal Expertise in contract law and vendor management processes. - Stakeholder Management skills for effective communication. - Independent Work Ethic to handle tasks autonomously. - Detail Orientation with a commitment to meeting deadlines. - Law graduate with 3-5 years of PQE. - Prior experience in legal operations or contract management preferred. - Excellent legal drafting and communication skills (written & spoken). **About NES Fircroft:** NES Fircroft is a global leader in connecting top talent with major projects in engineering and technical sectors. With a focus on innovation and growth, NES Fircroft offers a stimulating work culture. Established in 1978, NES Fircroft is a leading staffing specialist providing technical and engineering talent across various sectors worldwide. Join NES Fircroft to be part of a dynamic team driving sustainable energy solutions. Apply now and be a part of NES Fircroft's mission to empower the future with your talent!,