Exciting Career Move: Senior Commercial Contracts Specialist – Melbourne, Australia

Our client is on the lookout for a confident and committed Senior Commercial Contracts Specialist to join their Melbourne-based team. This initial 6 month contract role is a unique opportunity to contribute to a large network transformation program.
In this dynamic position, you’ll be instrumental in managing complex customer contracts, supporting high-stakes commercial negotiations, and ensuring compliance in a fast-paced, high-impact environment. It’s a perfect fit for professionals eager to deepen their expertise and make a tangible impact on a landmark industry program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Commercial and Contracts Team to support proposals, contract execution, and pursuit activities.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of a major customer contract, including relationship management, schedule tracking, and coordination of responses.
• Lead contract change processes, ensuring timely and accurate handling of high volumes of modifications.
• Translate complex contractual information into clear documentation, including flow-downs between head contracts and subcontracts.
• Collaborate across the Commercial and Contracts Team to uphold compliance and governance standards.
• Support program delivery through effective contract management, reporting, and meticulous record-keeping.

What You’ll Bring:

• A relevant tertiary qualification (ideally in Contract Management, Law, Commerce, or similar) and a minimum of five years’ experience in contracts, proposals, and risk management.
• Demonstrated expertise in commercial contracting, including subcontracts and service-based agreements.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a collaborative mindset.
• Proven ability to manage high volumes of change and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and contract documentation tools.
• Eligibility to obtain an Australian Defence security clearance (NV1 level).

Highly Regarded:

• Experience in IT, government or defence sectors.
• Skilled in negotiation and conflict resolution.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and adapt to evolving project needs.

Join a respected organisation that champions diversity, inclusion, and professional development. If you're ready to bring your expertise to a forward-thinking program with national significance, we encourage you to apply.

Interested? Apply ASAP or email me at [email protected]