Hughes - Contractual Compliance Consultant - LLB/LLM

Job Description:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Contractual Compliance Consultant to ensure adherence to regulatory, contractual, and company-specific compliance requirements within the Petrochemical, Plastics, or Rubber industry.

The consultant will be responsible for assessing, reviewing, and managing compliance risks in contracts, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring smooth and compliant execution of commercial and operational obligations.

Key Responsibilities (KRA):

- Review and assess commercial contracts for compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal policies

- Identify, analyze, and mitigate contractual risks across projects and supply chain functions

- Ensure all executed contracts are aligned with applicable industry standards and regulatory frameworks

- Monitor vendor and third-party compliance with contractual obligations

- Work closely with legal, procurement, and business units to manage contract-related queries

- Conduct periodic audits and assessments to ensure adherence to compliance protocols

- Draft and implement contract compliance guidelines, SOPs, and documentation

- Support internal and external audits related to contracts and regulatory matters

- Maintain a centralized repository for contracts and compliance tracking

- Stay up to date on industry-specific regulations and provide impact analysis on operations

- Report compliance deviations or risks to senior management and suggest corrective actions

Required Skillsets:

- Strong understanding of contractual frameworks, compliance laws, and regulatory standards

- In-depth knowledge of contract lifecycle management in the petrochemical/plastics/rubber industry

- Familiarity with regulatory bodies such as BIS, REACH, OSHA, and environmental laws (if applicable)

- Experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contractual terms

- Strong analytical and risk assessment capabilities

- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

- Proficiency in MS Office, contract management software, and document management systems

- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously

- Detail-oriented with strong documentation and reporting skills

Qualifications:

- Master's/Bachelor's degree in Law, Business Administration, Compliance Management, or a related field

- 4-6 years of relevant experience in contractual compliance within petrochemical, plastics, or rubber industries

- Certification in Contract Management or Compliance (preferred)