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Contracts Administrator in Brisbane

Contracts Administrator job description

A Contracts Administrator is responsible for preparing, reviewing, and managing contracts throughout their lifecycle to ensure compliance, accuracy, and timely execution. This role plays a critical part in supporting procurement, legal, project, and operations teams by maintaining strong contractual governance, minimising risk, and helping deliver business outcomes efficiently. Contracts Administrators are often found in industries such as construction, technology, professional services, and government.

Contracts Administrator duties and responsibilities of the job

Contracts Administrators ensure contractual obligations are met and properly documented while facilitating communication between parties. A Contracts Administrator job description typically includes:Preparing and reviewing contract documentation, scopes of work, and procurement agreementsLiaising with internal stakeholders (legal, finance, project teams) and external vendors or clients to negotiate contract termsManaging the contract lifecycle from drafting and approval through to execution, renewal, or terminationMaintaining a centralised contract register and ensuring contract documentation is complete and up to dateMonitoring key contract dates and obligations such as renewals, milestones, and deliverablesEnsuring compliance with company policies, relevant regulations, and contractual termsAssisting with risk assessment and mitigation strategies related to contractual obligationsCoordinating tender and bid documentation processes in line with project or procurement requirementsPreparing reports and summaries for management on contract status, risks, and variationsSupporting project teams by tracking contract performance, variations, and dispute resolutions

Typical Contracts Administrator duties

Candidates typically hold a degree or diploma in one of the following areas:Business AdministrationLaw or Legal StudiesConstruction ManagementProcurement or Supply Chain ManagementProject ManagementIn addition to formal education, employers usually seek:Experience working with contracts in a commercial, legal, construction, or technology environmentFamiliarity with contract law and commercial termsStrong attention to detail and organisational skillsExcellent written and verbal communication abilitiesAbility to interpret and analyse complex contract clausesProficiency in contract management systems and Microsoft Office (particularly Excel and Word)Time management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressureA proactive and solutions-oriented mindsetCertifications such as CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply), IACCM/WorldCC (now World Commerce & Contracting), or equivalent may be advantageous depending on industry.

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Salary for Contracts Administrator in Brisbane
64680 - 89180
25th Percentile
64680
The candidate has little or no prior experience in the position and is still developing relevant skills.
50th Percentile
76930
The candidate has an average level of experience and has most of the necessary skills.
75th Percentile
89180
The candidate has above-average experience, has most or all the necessary skills and may have specialised qualifications.
Salary range based on three percentiles The starting salaries represent gross yearly salaries. They do not include bonuses, benefits or superannuation.
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