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Contracts Administrator (Legal) - Randstad

Contracts Administrator (Legal) - Randstad

RandstadAdelaide, SA, AU
30+ days ago
Job description

Contracts Managers & Contracts Specialists – Government & Private Sector (Temp & Perm)

We're currently partnering with a diverse range of government departments (local, state) and leading private companies across various industries, including ASX-listed mining, energy, utility, oil and gas, defence, NFP, and manufacturing.

We are actively seeking experienced Contracts Managers and Contracts Specialists for a variety of upcoming temporary (contract) and permanent opportunities.

These roles offer the chance to work on challenging projects, manage high-value agreements, and significantly contribute to both public outcomes and corporate success.

Key Responsibilities

Depending on the assignment, roles may involve :

  • End-to-end contract lifecycle management, including drafting, negotiation, execution, performance monitoring, variations, and close-out.
  • Drafting, reviewing, and managing a variety of complex contractual documents, including RFQs, RFPs, tenders, and agreements.
  • Ensuring strict contractual compliance with relevant legal frameworks, policies, and internal guidelines across both public and private sectors.
  • Stakeholder engagement and coordination with internal clients, legal teams, and external suppliers to manage relationships and resolve disputes.
  • Managing risk, performance, and financial aspects of contracts to deliver maximum value.
  • Contributing to contract management strategy, reporting, and process improvement.

About You

We’re looking for candidates who have :

  • Proven experience as a Contracts Manager or Contracts Specialist in either the government or private sector (or both).
  • Demonstrated expertise in contract drafting, negotiation, and administration.
  • Sound knowledge of relevant contract law, governance, and compliance requirements.
  • Strong commercial acumen and the ability to manage contract risks effectively.
  • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Benefits

  • Competitive salary or hourly rates.
  • Flexible contract lengths (short-term & long-term options) or secure permanent employment.
  • Opportunities to work on high-profile projects and advance your career across multiple sectors.
  • Supportive recruitment team to help guide your next move.
  • Why utilise Randstad in your job search?

    Randstad has the largest team of dedicated contracts, procurement, and supply chain professional recruiters in South Australia. Our extensive agreements with state and local government, combined with key partnerships across major private industries, mean we have an large volume of opportunities.

    We are recruiting multiple temporary and permanent opportunities in contracts management right now.

    If you're an experienced Contracts Manager or Contracts Specialist, we’d love to hear from you, regardless of whether your background is primarily in government or the private sector.

    Submit your CV today or reach out to your Randstad consultants, Rebecca Luke rebecca.luke@randstad.com.au, Patrick McKone patrick.mckone@randstad.com.au or Rachel Homer to discuss current and upcoming opportunities.

    At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.

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