Senior Commercial Officer

Add expected salary to your profile for insights

Senior commercial and contracts role based in Cairns, North Queensland

Lead contract analysis, documentation and compliance across varied stakeholders.

Opportunity to step into a strategic role that builds long term commercial and career growth.

About the Company Our client is a well regarded organisation operating in the Defence and government services sector. Known for quality, professionalism and a commitment to regional capability, the organisation delivers essential services that support operational readiness across Northern Australia. The team values integrity, collaboration and continuous improvement, creating a supportive environment for skilled commercial professionals.

About the Role This senior role provides vital commercial and contractual support within a complex and highly regulated environment. Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you will act as a secondary point of contact for contract management matters, assisting with commercial analysis, documentation, stakeholder engagement and performance oversight.

The position works closely with internal specialists across finance, procurement, governance and program delivery. You will help prepare and review contract documentation, support negotiations, draft agreements for new opportunities and contribute to tenders, reports and change proposals. This is a role for a commercially minded professional who can work with precision, communicate clearly and influence positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Provide senior commercial and contractual support including documentation, analysis, reporting and change proposals within a regulated Defence and government environment.

Act as a secondary point of contact for contract management, supporting negotiations and ensuring obligations are communicated and met across internal teams.

Prepare and review customer and subcontractor agreements, and draft NDAs, MOUs, teaming agreements and RFQs for new business opportunities.

Collaborate with finance, procurement, governance and program delivery teams to strengthen commercial outcomes, compliance and overall service performance.

About you You will have a minimum of five years’ experience in a commercial, or contracts focused role within a complex environment.

You will demonstrate a strong understanding of performance-based contracting and the capability to operate confidently within complex contractual frameworks. You will be adept at interpreting and implementing contractual obligations and contributing to the preparation of change proposals.

You will bring polished communication skills supported by strong analytical, reporting and stakeholder engagement capability. You will also hold a degree in Commerce or Business and be eligible to obtain a Defence security clearance.

A legal background and experience with ASDEFCON would be highly regarded.

How to apply Elite Executive is exclusively managing the search for this pivotal role on behalf of our client. As regional executive search specialists, we are committed to supporting candidates throughout the process, including relocation advice, community integration and onboarding. For a confidential discussion please call us at 07 4088 1571.

Apply via link including a cover letter and updated resume. Shortlisted candidates will be sent a candidate information pack.

Closing date for applications will be 1700hrs Friday 19th December 2025.

Elite Executive reserves the right to conclude this process before the scheduled closing date.

Please note that all communication with Elite Executive is maintained strictly confidential. No information will be forwarded to any party without your permission as we respect your right to explore employment opportunities.

At Elite Executive we are committed to creating inclusive workplaces that promote and value diversity and inclusion. We encourage and welcome people from all backgrounds who meet role requirements to apply.

YOU MUST BE AN AUSTRALIAN CITIZEN TO APPLY AND BE ABLE TO OBTAIN A BASELINE SECURITY CLEARANCE.

Unlock job insights Salary match Number of applicants Skills match

Your application will include the following questions:

Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

How many years' experience do you have as a Commercial Officer?

What's your expected annual base salary?

How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?

This position is based in Cairns, North Queensland. FIFO or hybrid is not being offered.

Do you acknowledge and accept this condition of employment?

#J-18808-Ljbffr