Role Title: Senior Contracts & Governance ParalegalReports to: Finance DirectorLocation: MelbourneEmployment Type: Casual or 12-month Fixed Term Contract with view to PermanencyAbout the roleThe Contracts & Governance Paralegal provides hands-on contract, governance and compliance support to Logicalis Australia during the engagement. The role progresses priority documentation, maintains essential records and identifies matters for decision or escalation to the Finance Director, APAC Legal or authorised approvers.This role would suit a strong paralegal with commercial contracts experience or an experienced contracts manager looking for their next role at an organisation that supports hybrid working. The successful applicant will have exceptional attention to detail and can work at pace.Whilst we can't guarantee permanency, it is expected that the activities performed by this role will be required beyond the contract end date. Starting pay is $125k, up to $145k for the right applicant.Key AccountabilitiesContract review and negotiationReview and prepare mark-ups of priority customer, vendor and subcontractor agreements, including tenders, master services agreement schedules, non-disclosure agreements, statements of work and financing arrangements, within approved parameters.Prepare concise contract summaries identifying material commercial, delivery, liability, security, audit and termination terms for review and decision.Coordinate input from Sales, Delivery, Finance and APAC Legal, record approved positions and incorporate agreed changes into contract documentation.Risk and governanceAdminister the risk register and coordinate quarterly Risk Committee materials, minutes, actions and reporting.Maintain the Authority Matrix and authorised-signatory records,



and direct approval or execution questions to the appropriate authorised owner.Track governance actions and escape overdue or material matters to the Finance Director or appropriate owner.Compliance and assuranceCoordinate required modern slavery administration, including supplier information, governance approvals and lodgement support.Compile contract and governance evidence for financial, internal and certification audits.Coordinate priority customer compliance questionnaires using approved information and maintain supporting records.Company secretarial supportPrepare draft board resolutions and supporting papers, coordinate approvals and assist with required ASIC lodgements under the direction of the company secretarial lead.Check document execution against recorded delegated-authority and signing requirements and elevate exceptions.Contract lifecycle and operational supportPrepare obligation summaries for the PMO and delivery teams covering milestones, payment terms, service obligations and change control, with interpretation issues escalated.Administer contract intake, review, approval, record-keeping and handover processes.Success MeasuresPriority contract documentation and governance activities are progressed within agreed timeframes.Material terms, deviations and required approvals are clearly documented and escalated.Core risk, authority, contract and compliance records are accurate,



current and audit-ready.Experience and qualifications:Required:At least five years of relevant paralegal, commercial contracts, governance, risk or compliance experience in a corporate, technical or professional-services environment.Demonstrated experience reviewing agreements, preparing mark-ups and summarising material terms for legal or business approval.Practical knowledge of contract terms, delegated authority, governance and compliance requirements, with sound judgement about escalation.Strong written communication, document-management and stakeholder-coordination skills, with the ability to manage priorities with limited supervision.This role does not provide independent legal advice or approve material risk positions. Legal advice, non-standard positions and material risk acceptance are referred to APAC Legal, the Finance Director or another authorised approver.Why Join Us?Our promise to our employees, Belong, Grow and Thrive is our commitment to creating an environment that is inclusive to all, supports your professional and personal development, and offers an environment where you can do life and work the way it works for you.Here is how our advantages help you:Equal Paid Parental Leave for all primary and secondary carers.Versatile and Focused Ways of Working that empower you to structure your work in a way that best suits you while supporting our customers, people and the planet.Employee Assistance Program, providing employees and their immediate families with confidential access to a wide range of counselling and professional support services.Purchased Leave options, allowing you to buy up to 10 additional days of annual leave each year to help you balance life's priorit #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Contracts & Governance Paralegal (Victoria)
🏢 Logicalis
📍 Victoria