Contracts Team Lead

Job Title	Contracts Team Lead	Work Schedule	Rotational Basis (4 weeks on / 4 weeks off)
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	Application Deadline	November 21, 2026
Contract Type	Consultancy	Other details

About Us:

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.

Position Summary

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.

Main Duties & 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.