Principal Advisor (Contract Management)

Some of your responsibilities will include: Contract Management Tasks - Actively manage contracts and project agreements ensuring that all parties obligations are met through the adaption and implementation of contemporary best practice contract management frameworks. - Develop clear and concise contractual documentation to lead and/or support the development and negotiation of contracts, progressing contract variations, proactively monitoring and managing suppliers performance. - Actively manage, build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders; including working closely with suppliers to develop and implement performance management regimes. - Attend and facilitate when required, meetings with various stakeholders related to management of contracts including contract meetings with suppliers, governance and project working groups. - Develop and provide advice on the contracts and key risks, implementing appropriate measures to identify and mitigate risks on an on-going basis. Contract Administration Tasks - Perform financial and data-based analysis of contracts; including reporting and payment processes with suppliers ensuring analysis of claims, accurate recording of relevant data and provision of reports as required. - Apply clear and concise communication skills including preparation of correspondence, briefs, presentations and reports in response to priorities and direction. - Actively assist in the management of process workflows, communications, reporting and record keeping as well as provide governance and other support relating to the contracts. Requirements of the role - Contract Management Experience: preferred minimum three (3) years contract management experience. - Stakeholder Relationship Management: experience in building and maintaining effective relationships with a variety of stakeholders. - Performance Management Regimes: ability to monitor and manage performance of contractual obligations, resolve disputes and performance issues with suppliers. - Communication skills: High level interpersonal, written and oral communication skills. - Continuous Growth: Experience in pursuing continuous growth with taking personal accountability for learning and eagerly pursues new knowledge and experiences. - Sound Governance: Strong attention to detail and sound governance by evaluating possible solutions and take appropriate steps to mitigate risks. Applications to remain current for 12 months. Job Ad Reference: QLD/633663/25 Closing Date: : Wednesday, 14 May 2025This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.