Contracts Manager and Contracts Officers (Multiple Roles)
Contracts Manager and Contracts Officers (Multiple Roles)
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Job Description
The Opportunities
- Support world-class research at Australias number one university for impact!
- Work across all university faculties and divisions to develop breadth of knowledge
- Full-time (35 hrs week) Permanent positions Flexible/Hybrid working (3 days/week in office)
- Work-life balance; 9-day fortnight for interested staff
Contract Manager (x 1) Starting from $% super
- Lead and manage complex commercial contracts and procurement processes.
- Provide strategic advice and support to stakeholders on contractual matters.
- Manage a team of Contracts Officers
- Oversee contract lifecycle
The Contracts Manager is a senior team member responsible for delivering high-quality customer-focused services in post-award research agreements. The role involves leading contract reviews providing negotiation advice and collaborating closely with senior managers the Legal Office Industry & Innovation and the broader RCG teams. The Contracts Manager also supports team development and may supervise up to five direct reports reporting to the Senior Manager Contracts.
Who you are
You have relevant experience in the review and preparation of agreements for a range of contract and competitive grants and can demonstrate your ability to handle complex legal issues and negotiate with diverse stakeholders. Strong relationship and strategic planning skills are essential along with discretion in managing sensitive matters. Please review the Position Descriptions for a full description of Skills & Experience required.
Contracts Officers (x4) Starting from $% super
- Deliver high-quality customer services in competitive grant and tender applications.
- Develop your understanding of Australian higher education and international research funding landscapes.
- Work under pressure in a high-volume grant environment.
- Cultivate and navigate relationships across the University.
The Contracts Officers support the review negotiation and provision of advice on competitive and contract research agreements working collaboratively with the Legal Office Industry & Innovation and RGC teams. Each year RGC supports over 2000 UNSW academics managing more than 2800 applications and 6000 ongoing projects. These roles report to a Contracts Manager and do not have direct reports.
Who you are
You can demonstrate your experience in drafting reviewing negotiating executing and managing a large volume of agreements. Please review the Position Descriptions for a full description of Skills & Experience required.
About UNSW:
UNSW isnt like other places youve worked. Yes were a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isnt only what we do its how we do it. Together we are driven to be thoughtful practical and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive be challenged and do meaningful work youre in the right place.
Benefits and Culture:
People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include:
- Career development opportunities.
- 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments.
- Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period.
- Discounts and entitlements (retail education fitness).
- Affordable on campus parking
For further details on the benefits please visit Apply: Please submit your CV Cover Letter and a brief response to Skills and Experience required in the Position Description via the APPLY button.
Contact:Shiree Thomas Talent Acquisition Consultant e:
Please apply directly through thewebsite applications sent to the contact above will not be accepted.
Applications close:11:55pm Wednesday 18th June 2025
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds those living with disabilities members of the LGBTIQ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
