Commercial Specialist job, offering up to a $170k package. NV1 Clearance required

Your new company
Our client operates within the Defence and national security sector, supporting the delivery of advanced capability programs across Australia. Working on highly strategic projects, they partner closely with government, industry and technology providers to accelerate innovation and capability outcomes. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Commercial Specialist to join their team on a permanent basis in either Brisbane or Canberra.

Your new role
As a Commercial Specialist, you will provide commercial, procurement and contract management expertise across complex Defence programs focused on emerging and autonomous technologies. You will work closely with technical, program and industry stakeholders to develop procurement strategies, lead market engagements and support the delivery of critical capability outcomes.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Developing and implementing procurement strategies aligned to complex Defence programs and capability objectives

- Providing commercial and contracting advice across a range of acquisition and procurement activities

- Supporting and leading approach-to-market activities including RFIs, RFTs and industry engagement initiatives

- Preparing tender documentation including Statements of Work, evaluation criteria and contractual documentation

- Advising on contracting models including standing offers, panels and performance-based arrangements

- Conducting commercial risk assessments and ensuring compliance with governance and procurement requirements

- Supporting contract negotiation, administration and ongoing supplier performance management

- Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve commercial outcomes

What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role,



you will bring demonstrated experience within procurement, contracts or commercial management, ideally within Defence, government or another highly regulated environment. You will have solid commercial acumen, excellent stakeholder engagement skills and a proven ability to negotiate and influence outcomes across complex projects and programs.

You will also have:

- Experience working with the ASDEFCON contract suite from development through to contract management
- Strong negotiation, commercial analysis and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to interpret contractual documentation and manage commercial risk
- Current NV1 Security Clearance
- Tertiary qualifications in Business, Commerce, Law, Finance or a related discipline will be highly regarded
- Knowledge of Australian Industry Capability (AIC) Frameworks will be highly regarded

What you'll get in return
This is an opportunity to join a highly regarded organisation delivering nationally significant Defence capability programs. Working within a collaborative and innovative environment, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of critical capability outcomes while gaining exposure to complex commercial and procurement activities.

In return, you will receive a permanent opportunity offering long-term career development, a salary package of up to $170,000, hybrid working arrangements, and the flexibility to be based in either Brisbane or Canberra. You will also have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge Defence and technology programs that are helping shape Australia's future capabilities.

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Peta Garland at [email protected]. If this role isn't quite right but you're considering your next move, please contact me for a confidential discussion on your career.

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