Contract Manager
Core
Trusted contract management partner for key Commonwealth Government accounts, translating complex contractual obligations into practical outcomes to support customer success, manage risk, and deliver commercial value.
Role type
Senior Contract Manager (Government)
Builds
Compliant, commercially sustainable contracts aligned to customer and business objectives
Domain
Government services / Contract management / Compliance
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Contract lifecycle management, Government contract interpretation, Contract negotiations, Risk assessment and mitigation, Stakeholder governance, Commercial analysis, Security clearance management
Preferred skills
Procurement frameworks, Managed services environments, Change management, Process improvement
Technologies
Contract management systems, Obligation registers, Governance tools
Responsibilities
Manage Commonwealth Government contracts throughout the lifecycle (implementation, operations, change, renewal, expiry, transition); Interpret contractual requirements and government-specific obligations; Prepare and coordinate contract variations, change proposals, extensions, and renewals; Lead contract negotiations within delegated authority; Maintain accurate obligation registers and governance records; Monitor compliance with security, probity, confidentiality, and reporting obligations; Identify and manage contractual and commercial risks; Analyze contract performance and provide advice on risk mitigation and commercial opportunities; Act as the day-to-day contractual point of contact for assigned customer accounts; Support governance forums, contract reviews, audits, and assurance activities.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC