Senior Contracts Advisor

Melbourne - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

At VicRoads the work you do has real impact. Our work connects people and communities. We keep Victorians moving safely and smoothly today and help them be ready for tomorrow.

VicRoads empowers our people to learn and grow focusing on impact and innovation. We reflect the diversity of Victoria and foster clever thinking to keep you and the community moving.

VicRoads is progressing August 2022 we started on a new chapter when the Victorian State Government partnered with Aware Super Australian Retirement Trust and Macquarie Asset Management to operate registration and licensing services on its behalf.

We work collaboratively with the Victorian State Government to ensure we fulfill regulatory requirements deliver State projects and safeguard customer data. The Victorian State Government retains sole responsibility for road access infrastructure and safety.

Annual salary range: Commensurate with experience
Employment type: Permanent / Ongoing
Usual work location: 180 Lonsdale Street Melbourne / Work from Home

About the opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that manages the 40-year Concession Deeds governing the joint venture between VicRoads and the State Government. As a Senior Contracts Advisor you will play a critical role in interpreting and applying complex contractual frameworks providing expert advice and ensuring compliance with obligations. Youll collaborate across legal commercial and operational functions to enable strategic initiatives and informed decision-making. This role offers the chance to influence high-impact projects build strong stakeholder relationships and contribute to the long-term success and sustainability of a major publicprivate partnership.

About you

You are a skilled and motivated contracts professional who thrives on analysing complexity and turning it into clear actionable advice. With strong expertise in contract law and commercial principles you apply critical thinking and sound judgment to manage risk ensure compliance and enable successful business outcomes.

Youre confident working independently while knowing when to collaborate and you bring professionalism attention to detail and a balanced perspective to every task. Your ability to engage effectively with stakeholders influence outcomes and navigate complex partnerships makes you a trusted advisor.

Relevant tertiary qualification in law or contract management.
Deep understanding of contract law and commercial frameworks.
Proven ability to interpret and apply complex contractual obligations while balancing commercial and strategic considerations.
Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Collaborative and influential stakeholder engagement skills.
A proactive pragmatic and outcomes-focused mindset.

Our culture

Innovation powers progress but it doesnt come without support. To attract retain and develop talented people we reward initiative and ingenuity foster collaboration and offer dynamic career development. At VicRoads we embrace diversity and inclusion and were proud our workforce reflects the community we work for.

What we offer

Salary packaging Fitness Passport & discounts to hundreds of retailers
Opportunities for professional and personal development
Flexible working arrangements and family-friendly practices including 16 weeks paid parental leave

How to apply

We encourage applications from people of all genders backgrounds and communities.

If you need any adjustments to our recruitment process or the role itself please let us know when applying.

Please submit your application via the Apply button. Please note applications close Thursday 27th November 2025.

For a copy of the Position Description please email

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VicRoads is required to evidence your right to work in Australia and may ask for your consent to check records maintained by the Department of Immigration and Border Protection as well as records maintained by Victoria Police and VicRoads as part of the selection process. Information provided to VicRoads will be treated in the strictest confidence. Please note that due to legal requirements you must be predominantly located in Australia and for certain roles predominantly located in Melbourne or Victoria.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

At VicRoads the work you do has real impact. Our work connects people and communities. We keep Victorians moving safely and smoothly today and help them be ready for tomorrow.VicRoads empowers our people to learn and grow focusing on impact and innovation. We reflect the diversity of Victoria and fo...