Senior Contracts Advisor

We are seeking an experienced Senior Contracts Advisor to join a leading global energy organisation in Perth for a 12-month contract. Working within a globally connected Contracts and Procurement function, you will independently manage Corporate Services contracts across the full contracting lifecycle. This role provides the opportunity to work with a diverse range of business stakeholders, deliver commercial outcomes and contribute to effective procurement and contract management practices.

Key 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.

Required Qualifications & Competencies

• Tertiary qualification in Business, Commerce, Law, Supply Chain or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing commercial contracts across the full contracting lifecycle.
• Proven 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 established governance and compliance frameworks.
• Strong commercial judgement and demonstrated ability to identify and manage contractual risks.
• Proficiency with contract management systems and standard business software.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance cost, quality, delivery and contractual risk.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
• Well-developed negotiation, written communication and verbal communication capabilities.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify cost savings, commercial risks and improvement opportunities.
• High attention to detail with sound organisational, documentation and reporting skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver contractual outcomes within agreed timeframes.
• Understanding of procurement governance, supplier due diligence and contract compliance requirements.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with geographically dispersed teams and stakeholders.
• Adaptability and willingness to explore AI, digital tools and emerging technologies to improve contracting processes and outcomes.
• Demonstrated professionalism, ethical conduct, accountability and resilience.

Working Conditions

• Perth-city Office based role offering great WFH flexibility options once settled in.
• Standard Monday to Friday working hours in state-of-the-art high-rise buildings.

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