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At Subsea7, we are looking for people who think differently. We want people who can bring new ideas and who are willing to take on challenges that will enable us to make a positive impact on a global stage. 

In turn we will lift you up and encourage you to go further.  Onshore or offshore, embark on a journey of opportunities, continuous learning and development. 

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Title:  Senior Legal Contracts Specialist

Location: 

Aberdeen (Westhill), GB

Job Closing Date:  12 Jul 2026

We are looking for a Senior Legal Contracts Specialist, with extensive contract review and drafting expertise, to join our team at our East Campus office in Westhill, Aberdeenshire on a full-time staff basis.

 

This is an exciting opportunity to work at the heart of a collaborative, forward-thinking team, where your expertise will directly contribute to the success of complex offshore operations and strategic initiatives.

 

The Senior Legal Contracts Specialist sits within the Offshore Delivery SCM, Contracts & Chartering team, supporting global offshore operations. Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager, this role delivers specialist legal, contractual, and commercial expertise across key service lines including Offshore Resources, Offshore Operations, Pipeline Group, and major CAPEX/new build vessel projects.

What will you be doing?

This will be a highly varied role but some of the key responsibilities include:

 

Contracts & Commercial

 

  • Draft, review, and negotiate a range of contracts (e.g. frame agreements, NDAs, amendments, LOIs).
  • Advise on non-standard terms, guarantees, VAT/end user declarations, and complex claims.
  • Support strategic vessel charter agreements and framework renewals.

 

Project & Risk Management

 

  • Oversee contractual/commercial aspects of major vessel CAPEX projects and upgrades.
  • Manage complex vessel transactions (sale, purchase, recycling, flag transfer).
  • Collaborate with internal functions to ensure legal, tax, HR, finance, and compliance alignment.

 

Process & Governance

 

  • Improve contracting processes, approvals, and governance frameworks.
  • Identify gaps and enhance tools, templates, and workflows.

 

Stakeholder Engagement & Development

 

  • Deliver training on contract processes and systems.
  • Mentor team members and build contractual capability.
  • Build strong relationships across Offshore Delivery and corporate functions.

What qualifications and experience would we like you to have?

Please note, if you don’t tick all the boxes below but feel you have some of the relevant skills and experience we’re looking for, please do consider applying. We would encourage you to apply with a CV that highlights your transferable skills and experience.

 

  • Contractual expertise – extensive knowledge of contract law and international contracting standards, with proven experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide variety of commercial contracts, including service agreements, supply contracts and charter parties.
  • Education – a degree in Law, Business Management, or a related discipline is essential. A postgraduate qualification or professional legal certification is highly desirable.
  • Industry experience – significant experience in a contracts or legal role, ideally within the marine, subsea, offshore, energy, or engineering sectors.
  • Commercial acumen – strong understanding of commercial risk, pricing models, and business drivers, with the ability to align contractual and commercial terms with strategic objectives.

What core skills would we like you to have?

  • Contract review and drafting – exceptional ability to draft, review, and negotiate contracts with precision and clarity.
  • Risk assessment and mitigation – adept at identifying, assessing, and mitigating contractual risks in a commercial context.
  • Legal research and analysis – proficiency in conducting legal research and analysing complex contractual issues.
  • Professionalism – maintains a high standard of conduct and credibility in the workplace.
  • Effective communication – communicates clearly and confidently, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively across commercial, technical and operational teams.
  • Proactive mindset – anticipates needs, takes initiative and acts independently.
  • Attention to detail – delivers work that is thorough, accurate, and consistently meets quality standards.
  • Report writing & presenting – produces well structured, insightful reports and presents information in a clear and engaging manner.
  • Planning & organisation – prioritises tasks effectively, manages time well, and delivers results within deadlines.
  • Commitment to personal development – actively seeks feedback and opportunities to learn, grow, and improve professionally.
  • Technical proficiency - strong computer literacy, including experience with business enterprise systems and contract lifecycle management systems such as SAP ECC6 / SAP S/4Hana and SAP Ariba

 

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An environment where you can thrive 
We recognise that having a diverse team makes us a better, smarter team. Diversity is something we value and regard it as key to our success. 

We encourage new ways of thinking and celebrate our wide range of skills that help us continually challenge the status quo and inspire innovation. An inclusive and diverse environment fosters creativity, improves decision-making and introduces new ways of thinking. 

Our people are at the heart of what we do at Subsea7 and we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Fair employment practices, fair treatment for all individuals and equal opportunity on the basis of merit are the foundation of how we work and develop together. 

What happens next? 
If you would like to apply for this role, simply click the Apply button found on this page.   

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Here are 3 top tips to help you submit a successful application: 

•    Make sure your CV is up-to-date and highlights the transferable skills and experience you can bring to this role. 
•    We would encourage you to include a cover letter as part of your application. It’s your chance to tell us why you would be a brilliant addition to our team. 
•    Take your time with your application and check there are no errors before final submission  
 
Once you have submitted your application, we will be in touch as soon as possible with next steps. 
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