About the role The Commercial & Contracts Advisor / Commercial Lead provides direct support to the Commercial Manager / EGM Commercial & Finance as a trusted second-in-charge and delegate across a broad range of commercial, contractual, legal, governance, administrative and reporting functions. The role assists in protecting and enhancing Hicks' commercial interests through the preparation, review, coordination and administration of a wide array of commercial documentation, contractual instruments, governance records and executive reporting. Working closely with stakeholders across the Hicks Group, the role supports the Commercial Manager / EGM Commercial & Finance in contract reviews, commercial negotiations, corporate governance activities, joint venture and MOU administration, commercial risk management, business reporting, compliance monitoring, document control and other duties as required.

Key responsibilities

- Assist in reviewing, drafting, revising and negotiating commercial and contractual documentation
- Prepare draft commercial correspondence, reports, memoranda, submissions and recommendations for management review and approval
- Prepare commercial reports, dashboards, KPI tracking and management information
- Compile and analyse commercial data to support business planning, strategic decision-making and performance monitoring
- Assist with the commercial and legal review of proposed client contracts, supplier agreements, subcontract agreements, plant and labour hire agreements, service agreements, confidentiality agreements, deeds, licences, leases and other commercial instruments
- Maintain contract review registers, risk registers, obligations registers and commercial tracking tools
- Support the development, implementation and maintenance of commercial governance frameworks, procedures and controls
- Support budgeting, forecasting and business improvement initiatives as requested by the Commercial Manager/ EGM Commercial & Finance.
- Assist in monitoring compliance with contractual, commercial and corporate governance obligations




- Coordinate corporate approvals, execution processes and delegated authority requirements for commercial transactions
- Prepare presentations, dashboards, reports and briefing papers for executive and board-level stakeholders
- Assist in the administration of commercial property leases, subleases and tenancy arrangements
- Prepare commercial reports, dashboards, KPI tracking and management information
- Administer and maintain document execution platforms for the Commercial Team including DocuSign and associated approval workflows.
- Assist the Commercial Manager / EGM Commercial & Finance in the development, maintenance and periodic review of commercial procedures, templates and guidance materials for business use.
- Assist with continuous improvement initiatives relating to commercial processes, systems and control

About you

- Demonstrated commercial and procurement experience
- Demonstrated experience in commercial administration, contract support, legal administration, commercial governance, executive support or a similar role within civil construction, mining, infrastructure, transport, engineering or related industries
- Experience supporting the review, preparation and administration of commercial contracts, agreements and related documentation
- Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders and managing competing priorities across a diverse business environment
- Experience preparing professional reports, briefing papers, presentations, correspondence and management documentation
- Exceptional written communication skills with the ability to prepare transparent, professional and accurate commercial correspondence, reports,



submissions, briefing papers, presentations and contractual documentation
- Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to review information, identify issues, evaluate risks and develop practical recommendations
- Highly developed organisational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Equivalent practical experience in commercial administration, contract management, governance, legal administration or executive support environments will be highly regarded

Systems & Technology

- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive and document management systems.
- Experience using electronic document execution platforms such as DocuSign.
- Experience preparing executive dashboards, reports and presentations.
- Power BI experience would be highly regarded.
- Experience with workflow automation, business process tools and collaboration platforms would be advantageous.

Qualifications

- Degree qualifications in Commerce, Business, Law, Finance, Governance, Project Management or a related discipline are desirable.
- Diploma or Certificate qualifications in Legal Services, Business Administration, Governance, Commercial Management, Contract Administration or a related discipline will also be considered.
- Equivalent practical experience in commercial administration, contract management, governance, legal administration or executive support environments will be highly regarded.

About us Hicks Civil & Mining is a proudly Aboriginal, female-led provider of end-to-end civil, earthworks and transport solutions. We are an accessible, agile, responsive and accountable partner, combining proven regional capability with disciplined systems, capable people and fit-for-purpose assets. Our ambition is to be a nationally recognised Tier 1 delivery partner known for solving problems and delivering safely in complex and remote environments.

📌 Senior Commercial & Contracts Advisor (Perth)
🏢 Hicks Civil and Mining
📍 Perth