Senior Contracts & Commercial Lead, $100M+ Projects

Sociable Tech Pty Ltd; Sydney; Remote; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

Mettle is seeking a Corporate Paralegal for a 6-week contract based in Sydney. You will support the in-house legal team on property and commercial contracts, including leasing templates and due diligence.

Ideal candidates will have prior paralegal experience in a law firm or in-house, with preference for commercial real estate or conveyancing exposure and familiarity with PEXA. The role offers remote work flexibility within Australia.

Qualifications

• Paralegal with paid prior experience in a law firm or in-house.
• Experience with commercial real estate contracts preferred.
• Conveyancing experience with PEXA is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare first drafts of commercial and retail leasing agreements using templates.
• Prepare first drafts of other property and commercial agreements.
• Draft legal letters and leasing summaries.
• Assist with due diligence searches and property investigations.
• Prepare summaries of site acquisitions or disposals.
• Monitor and support contract administration and project documentation.

Skills

Paralegal experience

Commercial real estate contracts

Conveyancing experience

Tools

PEXA

Job description

Corporate Paralegal - 2 Days p/w - 6 week Contract - Leading Property Firm

We have an exciting new contract paralegal role that may be of interest.

CLIENT

The firm is one of Australia’s leading property development companies with projects spanning the commercial, residential and retail sectors. You will work inside the business as part of the in-house legal team. You will report to 2 senior lawyers with 20+ years combined experience and assist with the provision of the legal advice to the wider business.

YOUR DUTIES

• Preparing first drafts of commercial and retail leasing agreements using existing precedent templates
• Preparing first drafts of various other property and commercial agreements using existing precedent templates
• Drafting legal letters
• Preparing leasing summaries
• Preparing summaries of agreements relating to site acquisitions or disposals
• Due diligence searches and reports
• Property searches
• Legal research

YOUR EXPERIENCE

The client is looking for a paralegal who has paid prior experience obtained either in a law firm or in house. Preference will be given to candidates who have worked with commercial real estate contracts previously or in the alternative have had conveyancing experience working with commonly used software platforms like PEXA.

The company office is located in Redfern though the legal team work remotely. Experience with working remotely will be advantageous also.

The initial contract date is 6 weeks however, the client is willing to extend this role for the right candidate. Like all Yegal roles, it’s important to make a good first impression

Mettle is a fast-growing Australian company that has built a reputation for excellence in construction, refurbishment, defence, and fitout projects.

Since 2015, we’ve expanded into multiple locations along the east coast of Australia and continue to grow sustainably. We’re all about “Good People Doing Good Things Together.”

This mantra underpins everything we do, including creating a work environment that fosters teamwork, collaboration and shared success. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional results and our culture is underpinned by values like accountability, curiosity and authenticity.

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for a Contract Administrator to join our Sydney team.

You will manage the financial and contractual side of our projects, working closely with the Project Manager and site team to keep each job commercially sound. That includes negotiating and administering subcontractor agreements, processing payment claims and variations, and keeping cash flow positive from procurement through to final account.

As a key point of contact for subcontractors and suppliers, you’ll make sure commercial issues are resolved quickly and the project stays on budget throughout delivery.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Preparing and maintaining procurement programs and purchasing schedules
• Negotiating subcontract packages to secure competitive, reliable outcomes
• Administering head and subcontractor agreements, including payment claims, variations and extension of time (EOT) claims
• Monitoring subcontractor compliance with insurance, licensing and statutory requirements
• Managing project cash flow, cost control and forecasting to keep projects financially sound
• Monitoring and reporting on project costs through regular commercial reporting
• Flagging commercial risks early and turning them into opportunities for the project
• Attending site meetings and managing project documentation, including drawings and revisions
• Keeping communication open and relationships strong across subcontractors, consultants and the wider project team

WHY JOIN US?

At Mettle, we’re not just building projects — we’re building the future. We invest in people because strength begins with those who live our values every day.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• A purpose-led culture where integrity, care and collaboration guide everything we do
• Meaningful wellbeing support including Employee Assistance Programs and exclusive benefits
• Commitment to continuous learning with mentoring and development opportunities
• An inclusive and flexible workplace where you can be your authentic self

We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued. We encourage applications from all backgrounds including women and First Nations people. Flexible work arrangements are supported and we strive to minimise our environmental impact.

Please note: We are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies for this role. Submissions made through agencies will not be considered.