HKN Energy
Contracts Team Lead
- Erbil
- Contract
- 22 hours ago
- Salary
- Not stated
- Deadline
- Nov 21, 2026
- Languages
- English
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Contracts Manager · Erbil
HKN Energy is hiring a Contracts Team Lead on a 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off rotational consultancy basis in Erbil. The role requires at least 15 years of contracts management experience in the oil and gas sector and fluency in English.
About the job
HKN Energy Ltd. is a privately held, independent energy company with oil exploration and production operations in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI).
HKN Energy is focused on increasing production of its Sarsang Block, located in the prolific Zagros fold, and thrust belt of Northern Kurdistan. We have a highly experienced, diverse team with work experience in over 80 different countries. HKN Energy is committed to building a company culture that is guided by its Core Values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Commitment, and Teamwork.
The Contracts Team Lead Supports all contract management activities across HKN operations in accordance with HKN policies and host Government requirements, ensuring compliance with applicable Government procurement policies and procedures as outlined in the relevant contracts. Ensures that due diligence and Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) requirements are incorporated into and adhered to throughout all contracting activities. Additionally, liaises with the Dallas Legal Department on contractual matters and provides support in addressing contract-related issues.
Responsibilities
- Leads the Contracts department.
- Supports HKN contracts department activities including, but not limited to the full tendering cycle from initial prequalification though to final contract close-out on completion of the work, including due diligence processes.
- Liaises with other departments for the coordinated issuance of tenders and evaluation processes.
- Ensures compliance with HKN and host Government policies and procedures.
- Develops and strengthens the capability of the C&P department to meet international standards.
- Ensures that all Contracts documentation is transparent, managed and in compliance with HKN procedures to safeguard scrutiny under audit.
- Manages effective use of database and filing systems to retain and have available all documentation for audit purposes.
- Prepares weekly reports and informs HKN management on contracts related activities as required.
- Directs Contracts team in delivering value to the business and mitigation of risk through the contracting lifecycle, including effective planning, sourcing and contract management.
- Continuously monitors Contracts team performance against agreed KPIs.
- Identifies and develops opportunities to encourage the use of local suppliers for services.
- Manages and develops contracting strategies to meet business requirements which maximise and protect value.
- Provides clear, coherent and effective Contracts management processes from requisition through to contract close out.
- Actively seeks opportunities to drive cost reduction and savings in all aspects of company spend.
Requirements
- Minimum fifteen (15) years’ experience supporting oil company operations in a contracts management role either for an international oil company or oil service company.
- Demonstrates strong understanding of and commitment to environmental, health and safety practices.
- Substantive proven experience across all aspects of the contracts’ lifecycle, including claims management and resolution.
- Demonstrated leadership and self-starter with excellent communication skills and the ability to manage outsourced staff.
- Experience in formulating and negotiating complex contracts across the exploration and oil production environment.
- Strong legal and commercial acumen.
- Fluent in English, both written and oral.
- Capable of handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Good analytical skills.
- High level of competency with the Microsoft suite of applications.
- Preferably educated to degree level in an appropriate field.
Working hours
- Rotational Basis (4 weeks on / 4 weeks off)
Notes
- Site: Erbil Office
- Department: Supply Chain
- Work Location: Erbil Office, with Travelling across HKN Operational Areas within KRI
- Reports to: Supply Chain Manager
- Start Date: To be confirmed
- Subordinates: Contracts Team
- Contract Type: Consultancy
Skills
- Contract management
- Tendering
- Contract negotiation
- Claims management
- Microsoft Office
Details
- Profession
- Contracts Manager
- Category
- Administration & Office
- Experience
- Lead · 15+ years