Biodiversity Australia Pty Ltd – Sydney CBD NSW

Biodiversity Australia, we're dedicated to creating sustainable solutions that allow people and the environment to thrive together.

As an Indigenous-owned environmental management consultancy, we protect biodiversity and support sustainable development through practical, science-based solutions. Our work spans renewable energy, government, defence, construction and resources, including some of Australia's most significant environmental programs.

About the opportunity We're seeking a Commercial & Contracts Specialist to strengthen our in-house commercial capability.

This is a newly created role with the chance to help shape how Biodiversity Australia manages contracts, commercial risk and supporting processes as the business continues to grow.

Responsibilities

Draft, review and negotiate supply agreements, master service agreements and other commercial contracts

Coordinate client contract reviews and execution, working with internal stakeholders and supporting commercial negotiations

Monitor contractual obligations, pricing reviews, escalations and key commercial requirements

Partner with project teams to provide practical advice on contractual requirements, commercial risks and billing arrangements

Drive improvements to commercial processes and our business-wide Delegation of Authority (DOA) framework

Support supplier onboarding, billing setup and other commercial processes to ensure appropriate governance and compliance

About you You'll be a commercially minded,



detail-focused professional who can provide sound contract advice while remaining comfortable working across the practical requirements of a growing business.

Requirements

Experience in commercial contracts, contract management, procurement or a related commercial role

Experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements

Experience using, or a strong interest in leveraging, AI tools to improve commercial processes, efficiency and decision-making

Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills

Sound commercial judgement and the ability to identify and communicate contractual risk

A practical approach and willingness to work across both strategic and hands-on commercial activities

Experience using Power BI or other reporting tools to analyse commercial data and support decision-making will be highly regarded.

Why join Biodiversity Australia?

Shape a newly created role and help build our in-house commercial capability

Work across a diverse portfolio spanning renewable energy, government, defence, construction and resources

Join a growing Indigenous-owned Australian business delivering meaningful environmental outcomes

Flexible/hybrid working arrangement for the right candidate

Genuine opportunity to grow your role as the business continues to expand

If you're looking for a commercial role where you can influence how things are done rather than simply inherit established processes, we'd like to hear from you.

📌 Commercial & Contracts Specialist (Sydney)
🏢 Biodiversity Australia
📍 Sydney