Contract Adminstrator

Forthright 4A Solutions; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Collaborative environment

Professional development

Job summary

Forthright 4A Solutions in Sydney, NSW, seeks a contracted Contract Administrator to manage contracts and MOUs with education providers and partners. You will draft, review, negotiate, maintain and monitor agreements, ensuring privacy, compliance and timely renewals.

Applicants should have 3–5 years in contract administration or related roles, strong communication and organizational skills, and experience with ESOS/NESA frameworks for international student services.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in contract administration, commercial agreements or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of contract preparation, negotiation, review, variation, renewal and record management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, negotiate and maintain contracts and MOUs with education providers and partners.
• Draft, review and update service agreements with partners and third‑party providers.
• Monitor contractual compliance with ESOS Act, the National Code and privacy requirements.

Skills

Contract management

Negotiation

Compliance

Record management

Budgeting

MS Office

Education

Relevant qualifications in business administration, contract management, commerce, law

Tools

MS Office

Document management systems

Job description

Forthright 4A Solutions is an visa and education consulting organization based in Sydney, NSW, providing visa and migration related services, education counselling, student admission assistance, international education support. We work closely with education providers, business partners, overseas education agents and individual clients to deliver professional and reliable services.

We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented and commercially minded Contract Administrator to support our growing operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for administering, reviewing, negotiating and monitoring contracts and agreements while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulatory requirements and organizational policies.

About Us

Forthright 4A Solutions is an visa and education consulting organization based in Sydney, NSW, providing visa and migration related services, education counselling, student admission assistance, international education support. We work closely with education providers, business partners, overseas education agents and individual clients to deliver professional and reliable services.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, negotiate and maintain contracts and Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with education providers, including partnership and student recruitment agreements.

• Draft, review and update service agreements with business partners and third-party service providers, including overseas education agents, marketing partners and compliance service providers.

• Prepare and administer migration service agreements with individual clients, ensuring contractual terms, service scope, fees and obligations are clearly documented.

• Prepare and maintain student admission and service agreements covering education counselling, admission assistance and visa processing support.

• Negotiate contract terms, variations, renewals and extensions to achieve commercially sound outcomes and minimize contractual risks.

• Maintain a centralized contract register and ensure all agreements, renewals, variations and supporting documents are accurate, accessible and up to date.

• Monitor contractual compliance with applicable legislation, including relevant requirements under the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act, the National Code and applicable privacy and data protection requirements.

• Liaise with internal teams, clients, education providers and business partners to respond to contract-related enquiries and resolve contractual issues.

• Work with legal and compliance professionals to identify contractual risks, review obligations and support compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.

• Assist with budget preparation for new projects, commercial assessments and cost–benefit analyses.

• Monitor project milestones, contractual deliverables, performance obligations and agreed timelines.

• Assist in preparing tender submissions, business proposals, partnership documentation and contractual compliance statements.

• Monitor financial obligations under contracts, including commissions, refunds, service fees and penalties, and prepare contract performance and return-on-investment reports for management.

• Provide guidance and internal training to counsellors, migration agents and operational staff regarding contractual obligations, documentation standards and compliance procedures.

• Prepare, organize and maintain contract documentation, registers, correspondence and records in accordance with company policies.

• Support office establishment, branch expansion and operational projects, including the negotiation and administration of lease agreements, vendor contracts and other commercial arrangements.

• Develop and maintain productive working relationships with education institutions, service providers, business partners and other stakeholders to support effective contract management.

Skills and Experience

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Relevant qualifications in business administration, contract management, commerce, law or a related discipline.

• Demonstrated experience of 3-5 years in contract administration, commercial agreements, compliance or a similar role.

• Strong knowledge of contract preparation, negotiation, review, variation, renewal and record management.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to liaise professionally with internal and external stakeholders.

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple contracts and deadlines.

• Sound analytical, problem-solving and commercial assessment skills.

• Experience maintaining contract registers, preparing management reports and monitoring contractual and financial obligations.

• An understanding of the Australian education and international student services sector, including relevant regulatory and compliance frameworks.

• Familiarity with privacy, confidentiality, risk management and document control requirements.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and digital document management systems.

• The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with management and operational teams.

What We Offer

• An opportunity to contribute to the growth of an established education and visa consulting.

• A professional and collaborative working environment.

• Exposure to education partnerships, commercial agreements, compliance and business development projects.

• Opportunities for professional development and increased responsibility as the business grows.