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Nw - Senior Contract Specialist

Posted on Aug. 7, 2025

  • Full Time

Nw - Senior Contract Specialist

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Vacancy Number: 26953
Category: Contract Management
Job Type: Full-time

Position Description

The Commercial & Contracts team plays a key role in Contracting Partners Group (CPG), which sits within ESB Networks Programme Delivery, supporting the management of national framework contracts.

Contracting Partners Group is going through a period of growth and expansion. The role of Senior Contract Specialist incorporates a blend of regulation and standards development while also providing contract management support to the Framework Managers to improve business performance and strategy. The role also encompasses supporting CPG in managing all aspects of risk associated with managing Framework Contractors.


Key Responsibilities

  • Proactively work with the team and managers to ensure the required processes and procedures are enhanced and/or developed to enable the team to operate effectively.
  • Lead the implementation of Contractor Management Systems to ensure robust governance.
  • Champion continuous improvement in contract processes and risk management strategies.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to drive performance and compliance.
  • Lead the support of CPG team to manage all aspects of risk associated with managing Framework Contractors.
  • Work in accordance with agreed guidelines, policies and procedures and influence where required.
  • Provide expert advice and support through use of their in-depth (internal and/or external) knowledge and experience.
  • Responsible for excellent internal and external stakeholder management, inclusive of government bodies.

Experience and Qualifications

Essential

  • Minimum of 7 years' relevant experience.
  • Experience of Contract Management
  • Experience of producing high quality standards and procedural documentation
  • Knowledge of procurement procedures & guidelines
  • Experience in Risk Assessment and Risk Management
  • Excellent communication, problem solving and report writing skills

Desirable

  • Regulatory Knowledge and Experience
  • Knowledge of ESBN’s Safety Rules
  • Knowledge of Network Assets and Standards
  • Experience of Environmental Management
  • Knowledge of ESBN’s design & construction policies & standards
  • Experience & Knowledge of IT systems associated with the role

Qualifications

Essential

  • Either 3rd Level qualification or equivalent work experience.

Location

The preferred locations for this role are Dublin, Portlaoise, Cork or Limerick however other locations will be considered.

ESB is committed to offering flexibility in ways of working and we call that Smart Working – combining digital tools with a culture of trust and empowerment to enable flexible and remote ways of working.

The successful candidate may combine remote / smart working within the jurisdiction, with attendance at various ESB offices for in-person collaboration, the frequency of which is agreed with the manager and subject to ongoing review.

ESB is one of the founding members of The Remote Alliance – a new initiative established by the social enterprise Grow Remote. Working with other like-minded members, we’ve committed to developing solutions that will ensure remote and hybrid working can become a sustainable part of our business.

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Reporting to

The successful candidate will report to the Commercial and Contracts Manager, Contracting Partners Group, Programme Delivery, ESB Networks.


Why Work with Us?
  • Opportunity to lead Ireland’s transition to net zero carbon future
  • Career development through mentoring and training
  • Corporate Social Responsibility Opportunities
  • Sports and Social Clubs
  • Networking opportunities
  • Credit Union
  • Generous Pension
  • Access to staff well-being programmes
  • Generous parental leave entitlements
  • Strong values-based and inclusive culture
  • Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
  • Great team environment working to our Core Values: Courageous, Caring, Driven and Trusted

Salary
€69,000 - €81,000 per annum

Closing Date
28th of August 2025

Your application will be held in reserve for 6 months should you be suitable for the role.


Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Statement

ESB is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all sections of society and ensure that no one is discriminated against on the grounds of race, religion or belief, ethnicity or nationality, disability, age, citizenship, marital status, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other basis as protected by law.

Applicants who anticipate requiring assistance or reasonable accommodations for any part of the application or interview process may contact, in confidence, recruitment@esb.ie.

About ESB

Join us in our mission to achieve a net-zero electricity system by 2040. ESB is Ireland’s leading energy utility, with activities spanning electricity generation, transmission and distribution, energy supply, energy services and international consultancy. Operating in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain, we invest over €1 billion each year to deliver a new energy future based on reliable, affordable zero-carbon electricity.


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