Contract Specialist
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Job Description
Job Description
Mada Media is seeking a detail-oriented and commercially aware Contract Specialist–with a strong legal background.
Reporting to the C&P Head, this role supports the execution of contracting activities, ensuring all revenue share and fixed rate revenue contract, , and contractual obligations are aligned with company policies, regulatory requirements, and UAE legal standards.
The role plays a key part in drafting, reviewing, and managing contracts, supporting auctions processes, and mitigating contractual and commercial risks.- Key Responsibilities
- Draft and review contracts, agreements, and legal documents related to advertising revenue share contracts and fixed rate revenue contracts.
- Follow up on contract requests (tenders/direct awards/renewals) on Contract Lifecycle Management software
- Prepare contractual documents (Renewals/Letter of Acceptance/Contract/Addendums (Termination/Extension)
- Issue warning letters and notifications to external parties
- Support end-to-end processes including RFP preparation, auctions, bid evaluation, and contract award
- Ensure all contracts comply with UAE laws, regulations, and internal governance frameworks
- Review scope of work, contractual terms, and commercial conditions to identify risks and recommend mitigation actions
- Assist in evaluating bids and raised cases from legal and commercial perspectives
- Monitor contract performance, obligations, and compliance throughout the contract lifecycle
- Support in managing contract variations, amendments, renewals, and terminations
- Assist in reviewing contractual claims and disputes, including extensions, variations, and financial implications
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders (Legal, Finance, Commercial, Technical) to ensure alignment on contractual matters
- Maintain proper documentation and records of contracts activities
- Support preparation of reports, summaries, and documentation for management review
- Assist in responding to internal and external audit queries related to contracts
- Ensure adherence to company policies and DOA
- Support investors onboarding, prequalification, and due diligence processes
- Your Background
- Strong understanding of contract law, and commercial terms
- Ability to review and interpret legal documents with attention to detail
- Good analytical skills with the ability to identify contractual risks and inconsistencies
- Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills
- Clear and professional communication (written and verbal)
- Organized, structured, and able to handle multiple priorities
- Problem-solving mindset with practical approach to resolving issues
- Bachelor's degree in Law (LLB) or Law + Finance/Business-related field
- Minimum 5–7 years of experience in contracting, or legal roles
- Experience in contract drafting and review (commercial/contracts)
- Exposure to auctions , RFPs, and vendor management processes
- Knowledge of UAE legal framework related to contracts and commercial transactions
- Fluency in English and Arabic (written and spoken)
Job Category
Procurement
Required Nationality
All Nationalities (Priority for UAE National)
Monthly Salary
Unspecified
Schedule-Time
Full time
Job Posting
30/04/2026
Unposting Date
15/05/2026
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