Contract Management Lead

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Dangote Industries Limited is hiring a Contract Management Lead to provide leadership to the contract management team at Dangote Petrochemicals (DPRP) in Nigeria. The role reports to the Head of Legal and involves overseeing end-to-end contract lifecycle management, ensuring legal adequacy, commercial viability, compliance, and risk mitigation across all business units. The position requires a Master's degree in Law (LL.M) or a related field as an added advantage.

• Senior legal leadership role reporting to Head of Legal
• Based at Dangote Petrochemicals (DPRP) in Nigeria
• Oversees end-to-end contract lifecycle across all business units
• Requires LL.M or related field as added advantage
• Key escalation point for complex contractual matters

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Contract Management Lead at Dangote Industries Limited ⏲ Sep 3, 2026, 4:01 AM ⋕ View all Law & Legal Services jobs Dangote Group is one of Nigeria’s most diversified business conglomerates with a hard – earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Contract Management Lead Location: Nigeria - Dangote Petrochemicals (DPRP) Reports To: Head of Legal Job Summary The role provides leadership to the contract management team and ensures timely, accurate, and compliant delivery of contract-related activities across all business units. The Contract Management Lead is responsible for overseeing the end-to-end contract management function, ensuring that all contracts are effectively structured, reviewed, negotiated, and administered in line with the Company’s commercial objectives, risk appetite, and regulatory requirements. The position drives the implementation of robust contract management processes, ensures alignment of contractual arrangements with business and operational needs, and supports risk mitigation, compliance, and value realization. The role also serves as a key escalation point for complex contractual matters and supports the Acting Head of Legal in managing contractual risk and strengthening overall governance within the organization. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Provide strategic direction and final review on contractual positions, ensuring legal adequacy, commercial viability, and compliance with applicable laws and internal policies. Establish and enforce contract management processes, standards, and templates in line with company policies and regulatory requirements. Support the Acting Head of Legal in advising management on contractual risk exposure, negotiation strategy, and mitigation measures. Oversee the review and approval of key contractual instruments such as bank guarantees, bonds, and indemnities, and guide preparation of related enforcement documentation where required. Ensure proper documentation, record-keeping, and maintenance of a centralized contracts database to support audit, reporting, and institutional knowledge. Ensure full compliance with procurement procedures, internal controls, and corporate governance standards in all contract-related activities. Drive continuous improvement in contract management systems, tools, and processes to enhance efficiency and risk control. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Finance, Supply Chain, Operations, Projects, etc.) to align contract terms with commercial, financial, and operational objectives. Supervise and guide the Contract Management team (Analysts and Specialists), ensuring quality, consistency, and timely delivery of contract management activities. Provide training, mentorship, and technical guidance to team members and relevant stakeholders on contract management practices. Provide periodic reports to senior management on contract status, key risks, disputes, and overall contract performance. Oversee the preparation and negotiation of complex and high-value contracts (including NDAs, EPC-related agreements, supply and service contracts, licensing and consultancy agreements) to ensure alignment with company objectives and risk appetite. Lead and manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle across the organization, ensuring timely drafting, review, negotiation, execution, and close-out of all commercial agreements. Monitor contract performance and compliance, ensuring that key obligations, milestones, deliverables, and risk exposures are effectively tracked and managed. Act as the primary escalation point for complex contractual issues, disputes, and negotiations, and drive resolution in coordination with internal stakeholders and external counterparties. Key Requirements: Education: and Work Experience: A Master’s degree in Law (LL.M) or related field is an added advantage. Bachelor of Laws (LL.B). Barrister-at-Law (B.L.) and qualification to practice in Nigeria. Professional Qualification: Membership of relevant professional bodies (e.g., Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria (ICSAN)) is an added advantage. Membership of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) is required. Desired Experience: Proven experience: in leading or supervising contract management teams and overseeing contract lifecycle processes. Minimum of 10 years’ post-qualification experience: in legal and contract management roles. Significant experience: in drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing complex commercial contracts, preferably within a manufacturing, oil & gas, or multinational organization. Functional Competencies: Technical / Functional Skills (Must Have): Strong knowledge of contract law, commercial transactions, and corporate governance principles. Expertise in contract management systems, documentation standards, and audit requirements. Extensive experience: in drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing complex commercial contracts across the full contract lifecycle. Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate contractual, legal, and commercial risks. Strong commercial awareness, including pricing structures, financial implications, and risk allocation in contracts. Strong knowledge of procurement processes, internal controls, and corporate policies. Deep understanding of regulatory requirements: and industry-specific compliance obligations within a manufacturing or refinery environment. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and contract management systems. Sound understanding of dispute resolution mechanisms, including litigation and alternative dispute resolution. Behavioural / Soft Skills: High level of organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with high attention to clarity and detail. Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence outcomes at senior levels. High level of integrity, professionalism, and adherence to confidentiality and corporate standards. Strong leadership and team management capability, including mentoring and development of junior team members. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make sound judgments on complex contractual issues. Ability to work independently, take ownership, and drive outcomes with minimal supervision. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online View all Jobs in Nigeria