About the role
WHY Join Schindler?
At Schindler, we are committed to developing our people and providing opportunities to build rewarding, long-term careers. As a global leader in the lift and escalator industry, we offer career stability, professional development, and the opportunity to work with a collaborative team on some of Australia's most recognised buildings and infrastructure projects.
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Contracts Specialist to join our National Legal & Commercial team based in Alexandria.
Reporting to the General Counsel, you will support the business throughout the full contract lifecycle, from tender review and contract negotiation through to contract administration, risk management, claims handling, and project completion.
Working closely with Sales, Operations and Project Management teams, you will ensure contractual obligations are met, commercial risks are appropriately managed, and contract matters are resolved efficiently to support successful project outcomes.
What's in it for You?
- Highly competitive salary package
- 12% Superannuation
- 10% Annual Bonus Opportunity
- Permanent full-time role
- Career development with a global industry leader
- Learning and development opportunities
- Flexible, culture-first organisation
- Employee benefits and discount program
- Social activities, including your birthday off
- End-of-trip facilities
- Brand-new Alexandria office with onsite parking
- 4-minute walk from Mascot Station
Key Responsibilities
- Review tender and contract documentation.
- Support contract negotiations and manage contractual risk.
- Assist Sales and Project Management teams with contract-related matters.
- Manage contract variations, disputes, claims and contractual compliance.
- Coordinate public liability and property damage claims.
- Liaise with customers, builders, consultants, insurers and internal stakeholders.
- Deliver contract management guidance and training to key stakeholders.
- Support continuous improvement of contract management processes and systems.
About You
- Experience in Contracts Administration, Commercial Contracts, Commercial Management or a similar role.
- Minimum 3 years' experience within construction, engineering, facilities management, infrastructure or a related industry.
- Strong understanding of contract administration and commercial risk management.
- Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Experience managing contract variations, claims and dispute resolution is highly regarded.
- A practical and commercially focused approach to problem solving.
About Schindler
Schindler Lifts Australia is part of the Schindler Group, one of the world's leading elevator and escalator companies, operating in more than 100 countries and employing over 64,000 people worldwide.
In Australia, Schindler employs over 1,200 people who design, install, service and modernise vertical transport systems across commercial, residential, healthcare, retail and infrastructure sectors.
How to Apply
If you are seeking an opportunity to join a Global Industry Leader and believe you possess the skills and experience to succeed in this role, click Apply and complete our online application.
If you are an existing Schindler employee, please discuss your application with your manager prior to applying.
Schindler is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, and people living with disability.
Please note that we do not accept unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies.