Job description

About Core42

Core42 is a frontrunner in AI-driven cloud and digital infrastructure, providing transformative technology worldwide. Utilizing advanced tools and strategic partnerships, Core42 empowers clients with sovereign AI infrastructure that meets rigorous regulatory standards. Our mission is to revolutionize digital transformation by combining sovereign capabilities with scalable, robust compute resources, making Core42 a leader in AI innovation throughout the Middle East and beyond.

Role Overview

We are searching for a seasoned Contracts Manager to oversee contract management within our Supply Chain and Procurement division, reporting directly to the Director of Supply Chain. The role requires managing the full contract lifecycle for supplier and commercial agreements, ensuring governance, accurate documentation, and diligent tracking from initiation through execution to close-out.

You will collaborate closely with Legal, Finance, Procurement, Technology, Operations, and other business units to enhance contract governance, improve visibility of obligations, remove process obstacles, and support our fast-evolving AI technology infrastructure. This is a proactive managerial position suited for someone who can inject structure, momentum, and rigor into an expanding contract portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the entire contract lifecycle including initiation, review, approval, execution, amendments, renewals, and closure.
Manage master service agreements (MSAs), statements of work (SOWs), amendments, NDAs, framework agreements, licensing contracts, supplier contracts, and other commercial documents.
Monitor contract statuses, approvals, deadlines, and stakeholder inputs to ensure timely execution.
Ensure contracts are complete and comply with internal governance standards.
Provide guidance to contract owners and business teams on contract processes and approval requirements.
Maintain and enforce contract governance procedures, workflows, templates, and controls.
Align contract processes with procurement policies, delegation of authority, and internal controls.
Drive consistent contract management practices across departments and suppliers.
Identify and address process inefficiencies to enhance contract visibility and speed.
Produce contract status reports and dashboards for leadership.
Coordinate with Legal, Finance, and stakeholders on contract reviews and execution.
Track issues such as redlines, commercial concerns, clarifications, approvals, and signature workflows to resolution.
Manage and escalate significant contractual risks, unresolved issues, or delays.
Maintain an organized contract repository ensuring correct classification, storage, and accessibility.
Control contract records, versioning, retention policies, and audit readiness evidence.
Manage renewal calendars including notice periods and planning of renewals.
Track contractual obligations including deliverables, service levels, warranties, and commercial terms.
Implement and improve contract lifecycle management tools and processes, develop KPIs and SOPs, and seek automation opportunities.
Promote strong contract management standards organization-wide.

Candidate Profile

We seek a commercially astute and methodical contracts expert capable of organizing, accelerating, and clarifying a growing base of contracts. The ideal candidate will be skilled in collaborating with legal, commercial, and operational teams, balancing governance with practical delivery. You should be detail-oriented, resilient under pressure, confident engaging senior leaders, and able to establish scalable contract management practices aligned with Core42's expanding business.

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Supply Chain, Commerce, Finance, Engineering, or related fields.
8-12 years of experience managing contracts, procurement, commercial functions, legal operations, or supply chain roles.
Demonstrable expertise handling complex commercial contracts within large enterprises.
In-depth knowledge of contract lifecycle management, procurement governance, commercial risk, approvals, compliance, and documentation control.
Hands-on experience with MSAs, SOWs, amendments, licenses, professional services agreements, supplier contracts, and renewals.
Strong interpersonal skills for engaging Legal, Finance, Procurement, and business units.
Excellent communicator with great attention to detail, able to multitask in fast-paced settings.

Preferred Skills

Experience in technology sectors like cloud computing, AI, telecommunications, digital infrastructure, cybersecurity, or managed services in enterprise environments.
Familiarity with contract lifecycle management software such as Sirion, Icertis, Agiloft, DocuSign CLM, SAP Ariba CLM, or equivalent.
Background in procurement transformation, process optimization, SOP development, or governance design.
Professional certifications like CIPS, WorldCC/IACCM, PMP, or related credentials are advantageous.

Employee Benefits

Diverse and inclusive culture with over 1,100 employees from 68 countries.
Work environment emphasizing trust, accountability, and high performance.
Competitive salary tailored to qualifications and experience.
Annual performance-based bonus.
Exclusive discount cards offering wide-ranging service benefits.
Comprehensive family health insurance covering dental, vision, and life.
Access to premium learning platforms for career development at your own pace.

Contracts Manager