Contracts Manager

Market-related Package

Cape Town

About the Role

An exciting opportunity exists for a Contracts Manager to join a fast-growing renewable energy company. This role is critical in managing and optimizing the post-signature lifecycle of customer energy supply agreements (CESAs) and power purchase agreements (PPAs). The successful candidate will ensure contract compliance, risk mitigation, and stakeholder alignment while continuously improving contract management systems and processes.

If you have a passion for contract law, renewable energy, and structured risk management, this role will allow you to work at the forefront of South Africa’s clean energy transition.

Key Responsibilities

? Oversee post-signature contract administration, ensuring compliance with milestones, obligations, and industry regulations.
? Track and report on deliverables, CP fulfilment, and contractual compliance using structured tracking systems.
? Draft and manage contract amendments, variations, and formal notices, ensuring accurate record-keeping.
? Identify contract risks, implement mitigation strategies, and manage dispute resolution.
? Coordinate with internal teams, customers, and external partners to facilitate seamless communication.
? Enhance contract management through process improvements, compliance advisory, and reporting.
? Stay updated on South Africa’s evolving electricity market and guide stakeholders through regulatory changes.

Requirements Qualifications & Experience:

? LLB or relevant degree in contract law, business, or related fields.
? 8+ years experience in commercial or large-scale project contract management (preferably in energy, renewables, or infrastructure projects).
? Strong expertise in contract administration, compliance, and regulatory frameworks.
? Proficiency in Microsoft Office and workflow management tools.

Key Attributes:

? Detail-Oriented & Process-Driven: Able to track and manage complex contractual obligations.
? Strong Stakeholder Management: Excellent ability to communicate and coordinate with legal, financial, and commercial teams.
? Analytical & Problem-Solver: Skilled in risk assessment, contract performance tracking, and dispute resolution.
? Flexible & Adaptable: Thrives in a fast-paced, evolving energy market.
? Customer-Focused & Commercially Minded: Understands the impact of contracts on business operations and profitability.

Why Join?

• Competitive salary, short-term incentives, and equity investment exposure.
• Work with a mission-driven company leading the renewable energy transition in South Africa.
• Be part of an innovative, high-growth team at the forefront of the renewable energy industry.

Please note: If we do not contact you within 2 weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.