Legal Administrator / Contract Administrator

Michael Page; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a contracts administrator in Sydney, Australia. You will coordinate contract administration across the lifecycle, maintain records, and support compliance with due diligence and audits, while providing essential admin support to contract managers.

The role requires strong attention to detail, excellent organisation, and the ability to work independently within a large, structured contract environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in contracts administration or legal administration.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Experience handling high volumes of documentation in structured systems.
• Strong Excel and MS Office skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise competing deadlines and work independently.
• Professional and discreet approach when handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate contract administration across lifecycle and maintain records.
• Prepare and issue agreements using approved templates.
• Coordinate electronic and physical signing processes.
• Maintain contract registers and reporting documents.
• Support compliance activities including due diligence and audits.
• Provide admin support to contract managers and stakeholders.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Prioritisation

Independent worker

Education

BA/BS in Business Admin, Legal Studies, Commerce or related

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Contract management software

MS Office

Job description

About Our Client

A leading Australian agribusiness with a long-standing presence in the food production industry, this organisation operates a large-scale national network spanning manufacturing, supply chain, farming, and distribution. Known for its commitment to quality, operational excellence, and continuous growth, the company employs thousands of people across Australia and provides essential products to major retailers, foodservice providers, and consumers nationwide.

Job Description

Reporting into the Legal and Commercial function, you will be responsible for coordinating contract administration activities throughout the contract lifecycle, maintaining contract records, preparing documentation, managing correspondence, and supporting compliance activities.Key responsibilities include:

• Managing contract records, renewals, amendments, expiries and reminders through a contract management system
• Preparing and issuing agreements, correspondence, and contract documentation using approved templates
• Coordinating contract execution through electronic and hard-copy signing processes
• Maintaining contract registers, tracking spreadsheets, and reporting documents
• Monitoring shared inboxes and responding to stakeholder requests regarding contracts and documentation
• Supporting compliance activities, including due diligence checks, document collection, audits, and information requests
• Maintaining policy documentation and ensuring document control standards are followed
• Providing administrative support to internal contract managers and key business stakeholders.

The Successful Applicant

• Previous experience in contracts administration, legal administration, document control, or a similar administrative support role
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Experience managing high volumes of documentation and data within structured systems
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to prioritise competing deadlines and work independently
• A professional and discreet approach when handling confidential information

Highly Regarded

• Experience using a contract management system such as ELO or similar platforms
• Exposure to legal documentation, compliance processes, or commercial contracts
• Qualifications in Business Administration, Legal Studies, Commerce, or a related discipline