Senior Contracts Advisor - Global Energy, 12-Month Contract

Talent; Western Australia; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent in Perth is seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Advisor for a 12-month contract. You will independently manage Corporate Services contracts across the full lifecycle, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to deliver commercial outcomes and strengthen procurement practices.

The role involves leading sourcing, tendering, negotiations and post-award management, while ensuring governance, compliance and risk management are integrated into daily activities.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Business, Commerce, Law, Supply Chain or related discipline.
• Experience managing commercial contracts across the full contracting lifecycle.
• Experience in sourcing, tendering, contract negotiations, execution and post-award management.
• Experience preparing and reviewing sourcing plans, RFx documentation, evaluation records, approval documentation and contract variations.
• Ability to work independently within governance and compliance frameworks.
• Strong commercial judgement and ability to identify and manage contractual risks.
• Proficiency with contract management systems and standard business software.
• Strong commercial acumen balancing cost, quality, delivery and contractual risk.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
• Well-developed negotiation, written and verbal communication.
• Strong analytical skills for cost savings and risks.
• High attention to detail and reporting skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes.
• Understanding of procurement governance, supplier due diligence and contract compliance.
• Collaborate with geographically dispersed teams.
• Adaptability and willingness to explore AI, digital tools to improve contracting.
• Demonstrated professionalism, ethical conduct, accountability and resilience.

Responsibilities

• Manage low-to-medium risk Corporate Services contracts across the full lifecycle including sourcing, tendering, negotiation, execution, post-award administration and close-out.
• Develop sourcing strategies, tender documentation and evaluation processes in accordance with established procurement and governance frameworks.
• Lead commercial negotiations and contract execution within delegated authority, engaging legal and specialist teams where required.
• Manage contract amendments, variations, extensions, claims and renewals while ensuring contractual obligations are met.
• Monitor supplier performance, contract expenditure and commercial exposure to identify risks, savings opportunities and corrective actions.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, suppliers and internationally based procurement colleagues.
• Provide commercial advice and market intelligence to support category planning, demand management and sourcing decisions.
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes, contract performance and commercial outcomes.
• Conduct supplier due diligence and support contractor assurance, compliance reviews and audit activities.
• Maintain accurate contract records, forecasts and reporting to support governance and informed decision-making.
• Ensure contracting activities comply with relevant governance, probity, confidentiality and ethical requirements.

Skills

Contract management

Sourcing & tendering

Negotiations

Post-award management

Governance & compliance

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Documentation & reporting

Team collaboration

AI awareness

Contract management systems

Education

Tertiary qualification in Business, Commerce, Law, Supply Chain

Tools

Contract management software

Job description

Talent in Perth is seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Advisor for a 12-month contract. You will independently manage Corporate Services contracts across the full lifecycle, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to deliver commercial outcomes and strengthen procurement practices.

The role involves leading sourcing, tendering, negotiations and post-award management, while ensuring governance, compliance and risk management are integrated into daily activities.