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 agreements

Liaising with internal stakeholders (legal, finance, project teams) and external vendors or clients to negotiate contract terms

Managing the contract lifecycle from drafting and approval through to execution, renewal, or termination

Maintaining a centralised contract register and ensuring contract documentation is complete and up to date

Monitoring key contract dates and obligations such as renewals, milestones, and deliverables

Ensuring compliance with company policies, relevant regulations, and contractual terms

Assisting with risk assessment and mitigation strategies related to contractual obligations

Coordinating tender and bid documentation processes in line with project or procurement requirements

Preparing reports and summaries for management on contract status, risks, and variations

Supporting 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 Administration

Law or Legal Studies

Construction Management

Procurement or Supply Chain Management

Project Management

In addition to formal education, employers usually seek:

Experience working with contracts in a commercial, legal, construction, or technology environment

Familiarity with contract law and commercial terms

Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

Ability to interpret and analyse complex contract clauses

Proficiency in contract management systems and Microsoft Office (particularly Excel and Word)

Time management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure

A proactive and solutions-oriented mindset

Certifications 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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