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John Wood Group PLC

Senior Contracts Advisor

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What they do

A Contract Lawyer specializes in contract law. They focus on all aspects of client contract negotiation and reviews, including client tenders and contracts, MOUs, Bidding Agreements, Confidentiality Agreements, Parent Company Guarantees, subcontract flowdowns and other agreements required to meet a client, company or organization's business needs.

$142,297 / year median in Texas

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world. Wood is recruiting for a Senior Contracts Advisor to join its Group Functions team focusing on Finance and Administration. This opportunity is hybrid, based in Houston, TX. #LI-Hybrid The Role This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Contracts Advisor to deliver and prioritize contract review workload, ensuring alignment with business requirements. You will support the application of Group Legal and Commercial policies, implement efficient processes, and manage key internal interfaces across supported businesses. The role offers exposure to complex agreements and client negotiations, making it a career-defining opportunity for professionals passionate about contracts and compliance. Our Clients and Projects Designing the future. Transforming the world. Wood's Group Functions provide essential support across our global operations, ensuring robust governance, financial management, and commercial oversight. By joining this team, you will play a critical role in enabling our business to deliver safe, ethical, and commercially sound solutions across diverse industries. What We Can Offer Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders across industries including Oil & Gas Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team, and individual needs Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice Competitive salary with regular reviews to ensure market alignment (Salary range: USD $74,080 - $111,120 per year) Flexible benefits package that can be adapted to suit your lifestyle Commitment to continued professional development through tailored development plans Global connections with leading industry experts shaping the standards of our profession What makes you remarkable? At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. Even if you don't match every requirement, we encourage you to apply.
Expected:
JD (or international equivalent) Proven track record in contract review, drafting, and negotiation within a service company environment Strong understanding of contracting principles, policies, and financial systems Excellent knowledge of client contract structures and commercial procedures Relevant client-facing contracting experience (2-6 years)
Desirable:
Licensed and admitted to practice law in the United States, Canada, or one or more Latin American countries Deliver and prioritize contract review workload across supported businesses Support the application of Group Legal and Commercial policies and processes Assist in implementing common ways of working to maximize value and minimize risk Draft, review, and negotiate confidentiality agreements, client contracts, financial instruments, and MOUs Review proposed contract qualifications to ensure balanced risk Negotiate contractual terms with clients and provide overviews of T&Cs to senior management Identify contractual risks for inclusion in risk management processes Develop prime contract flow-down terms in collaboration with Supply Chain Provide contractual interpretation advice and inputs to tender governance processes Support preparation and administration of joint venture or partnering agreements