Site Contract Specialist (f/m/d)

The opportunity

As a Contracts Administration Senior Professional at Hitachi Energy Germany AG, you will play a crucial role in managing the full lifecycle of contracts, ensuring compliance, mitigating risks, and supporting successful project execution. You will be a key contributor to our legal and commercial operations, working with diverse stakeholders.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Oversee and manage the end-to-end contract lifecycle, from proposal and negotiation support to execution, administration, and close‑out, for various types of agreements (e.g., supply, service, framework, consortium)
• Ensure all contractual activities adhere to company policies, legal regulations, and industry best practices. Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual risks, proposing effective solutions
• Provide expert support during contract negotiations, including drafting, reviewing, and analyzing terms and conditions to protect the company's interests
• Act as a primary point of contact for contractual matters, collaborating closely with project managers, sales, legal, finance, and other internal departments, as well as external clients and suppliers
• Prepare, review, and maintain accurate and comprehensive contract documentation, including amendments, variations, and correspondence
• Support the resolution of contractual disputes and claims, including analyzing root causes, preparing arguments, and facilitating negotiations
• Identify and implement improvements to contract administration processes and tools to enhance efficiency, transparency, and compliance
• Provide guidance and training to internal teams on contractual matters, best practices, and company policies

Your background

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law, Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., CPCM) is a plus
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in contracts administration, contract management, or a related commercial/legal role, preferably within the energy, industrial, or technology sectors
• Strong understanding of contract law principles, commercial terms and conditions, and risk management strategies. Experience with international contracts is highly advantageous
• Proven ability to support and participate in complex contract negotiations effectively
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills with a keen eye for detail in reviewing legal and commercial documents
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in both German and English. Ability to articulate complex contractual issues clearly and concisely to diverse audiences
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with contract management software (e.g., Salesforce, SAP Ariba, or similar CLM systems)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced, international environment
• Self‑motivated, proactive, and results‑oriented with a strong commitment to ethical conduct and compliance

More About Us

• Collective wage agreement from IG Metall (Baden‑Württemberg) including special payments
• Enjoy the flexibility to work from home up to 50% of the time
• Flexible working hours (working time accounts)
• Motivated, warm team with young and very experienced colleagues
• 30 days vacation
• Use of many fitness studios throughout Germany for your workout
• Relocation service

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century in pioneering mission‑critical technologies like high‑voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.

Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.