Contracts Manager

About Woodside Energy We are a global energy company, providing reliable and affordable energy to help people lead better lives. Join our team at Woodside Global Solutions in Bengaluru where talent and operational excellence converge to solve complex energy challenges, accelerate change, and reimagine business capabilities to support Woodside's global operations and our role in the energy transition . Founded in 1954, Woodside established the liquefied natural gas (LNG) industry in Australia 40 years ago and supplies customers around the globe. Seventy years on, Woodside continues to be driven by a spirit of innovation and determination. At Woodside, we know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential and working in a psychologically and physically safe work environment. We believe in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement. Refer to our corporate website for more information about our different locations and projects: What We Do Purpose: The Contracts Manager is responsible for strategically leading the Contracts team, delivering services from the Bengaluru office, including but not limited to delivering value, governance, and operational excellence across the organisation’s portfolio ( and cover for outsourced services oversight). This role ensures the effective development and execution of contracting activities, frameworks, and systems to maximize commercial value, mitigate risk, and enable safe, sustainable, timely business outcomes. The position requires strong commercial acumen, stakeholder engagement, and governance oversight, as well as the ability to drive innovation and continuous improvement in Contracts practices. RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES Partner with internal stakeholders (Finance, Legal, Operations, Projects, Digital, HR, etc.) and external suppliers to deliver commercial and operational requirements. Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing Contracts team, fostering engagement, professional growth, and innovation. Develop and execute contracting and procurement strategies that protect, create, and maximize value across all activities. Ensure robust governance, compliance, and assurance of Contracts practices in alignment with global standards and local regulatory requirements. Oversee and, where appropriate, manage the delivery of contracting activities in accordance with approved frameworks and delegations. Initial focus and delivery will be nominated low-risk low value (Tier 3) Contracts and selective Contracts Administration tasks across the portfolio Contribute to management of risk, compliance, and assurance processes, including Sarbanes Oxley and other regulatory frameworks. Drive digital transformation and process improvement initiatives, leveraging analytics and technology to enhance Contracts performance. Support efficient use and deployment of Contracts and Procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Contract Lifecycle Management Systems - iCertis), ensuring stability, efficiency, and continuous improvement. Manage budgets, financial discipline, and sustainability for local team within the C&P function. Maintain accurate documentation and records of activities, decisions, and changes. Adopt local change champion role for change management initiatives, including system/process upgrades and organizational transitions. Foster a “One Team” culture, collaborating across disciplines and geographies. Technical Skills / Experience: Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. 10–15+ years’ experience in Contracting, Procurement, Commercial, or Supply Chain roles, ideally within oil & gas, energy, or major capital-intensive industries. Proven leadership in managing and developing high-performing teams across diverse portfolios. Strong commercial acumen and ability to deliver value through contracting and procurement strategies. Deep understanding of C&P frameworks, governance, risk management, and compliance. Experience with ERP and contract lifecycle management systems Demonstrated ability to lead change, drive digital transformation, and deliver process improvements. Significant experience in stakeholder management (including remotely and across multiple global regions) supported by excellent negotiation and communication skills. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Finance, Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field. Core skillsets required: Experience in managing integrated teams to deliver Contracting, activity outcomes. Innovation and learning orientation, with a bias for challenging the status quo. Experience in process ownership, controls, and compliance (e.g., SOX). Adaptability, cultural competency, and a proactive approach to navigating local regulatory and operational challenges. KEY INTERACTIONS Internal: Digital, HR, C&P, Finance, S&EM, Property, Operations, Projects, Legal, Tax, Treasury, Corporate Affairs Exter