Legal and Contracts Officer

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- Engagement type: Parental Leave Contract – 12-Months
- Salary: SA 5.2 + 15.4% superannuation
- Location: Sydney
- Department / Unit: Legal Services & Producer Offset and Co-Production / Contracts Management
- Immediate Manager: Manager, Contracts Management

The successful candidate will be engaged under the Screen Australia Act 2008.

About us

Screen Australia is a Federal Government agency charged with supporting Australian screen development, production and promotion. Screen Australia supports talent, quality, innovation and cultural value through programs that increase the ambitions, risk tolerance and diversity of Australian storytelling for local and international audiences.

About the role

We are currently seeking an experienced Paralegal or Legal Assistant to join our energetic Contracts Management team on a 12-month parental leave contract. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Manager, Contracts Management in the delivery of an efficient and effective Contracts Management Service to Screen Australia’s funding areas. The role will involve end-to-end management of contracting in order to support the effective delivery of Production Grant Agreements, including drafting, negotiating, and executing the legal documents in accordance with Screen Australia policies and guidelines and terms of trade.





About you

- Previous experience working as a Contracts Administrator in a similar environment or experience as a Legal Assistant/Paralegal or Procurement Administrator.
- Excellent attention to detail and the ability to prepare quality legal documentation.
- Strong organisational skills including experience working on databases.
- Strong Microsoft Office suite skills.
- High level of verbal and written communication skills.
- Proven ability to interact effectively with a range of stakeholders at various levels, both internally and externally.

The benefits In return you will receive a competitive salary with a generous 15.4% super, work in our up-to-date offices in Ultimo; and become part of a collaborative, high performing and creative team environment.

The role is available from mid-October 2026.

Screen Australia is committed to increasing workplace inclusion and diversity and encourages applications from a diverse range of backgrounds.

Please note, while at Screen Australia, employees are unable to access any state or Screen Australia funding, in addition to freelancing on any Screen Australia productions.

How to apply

Applications must be received by Friday, 4 September 2026.

Along with your resume, your application must include:

Applications should be emailed to *****@screenaustralia.gov.au.

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