Contract Analyst

About Dentons

Dentons is the world’s largest law firm. We’re 20,000+ people globally across 80+ countries including USA; Europe; India and Asia. We are a global polycentric firm which is expanding rapidly in an increasingly globalised legal industry.

Dentons now consistently ranks as one of the five best regarded legal brands in the world according to the Acritas Global Elite Law Firm Brand Index.

About the Role

This role presents a valuable opportunity to take the next step in your career and become a key contributor to the success of Dentons’ Risk & Compliance team in Sydney.

As a Contracts Analyst, you will work closely with internal stakeholders to review, analyse, and manage contracts with clients and vendors / suppliers. Your focus will be on ensuring all agreements align with Dentons’ legal obligations, internal policies, and regulatory standards. This work is essential to minimising legal risk, maintaining compliance and optimising contract performance.

You’ll gain exposure to contract management within a global legal environment, supporting both client and vendor relationships. Reporting to the Operational Risk Manager, you’ll be part of a team that values excellence, collaboration, and inclusivity — where your contributions will be recognised and your growth supported.

About You

We’re looking for a detail-oriented Contracts Analyst with 5+ years’ experience in a legal, financial or professional services environment, who thrives in a stakeholder-focused role. You’ll bring :

• Proven experience in contract analysis or a similar role
• Strong understanding of contract law and regulatory compliance
• Excellent communication skills and stakeholder engagement
• High attention to detail and precision in capturing terms, obligations, and deliverables
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or similar
• CPCM or similar certification (advantageous but not essential)

Key Responsibilities

Why Dentons

Dentons Australia offers a wide range of incentives aimed at embracing your authenticity, providing purpose, and strengthening your ongoing development.

We offer :

Diversity, Equality & Inclusion

Embedded in our people is a passion to help others through the delivery of justice. It is through this that our commitment to inclusion, equity, and reconciliation has evolved. We are proud to say that by design, we have no single headquarters or dominant national culture, this means the unique perspectives, experiences, and identities of our people come together globally under one purpose to create an inclusive and accessible environment where anyone can thrive.

Please apply online with your CV, Cover Letter, and academic transcripts. If you have questions beforehand, please email our recruitment team at recruitment.au@dentons.com.

Enquiries only please, applications will not be accepted by email.

Agency Submissions

Dentons does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Recruitment Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to partners, hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute an introduction to the firm and Dentons will not be liable for a fee.

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