MAYDAY are excited to partner with a thriving Australian Real Estate and Investment organisation on the search for an experienced Contract Administrator Team Leader . If you’re someone who lives and breathes contracts, thrives in a fast paced environment, and loves leading people, this is a fantastic opportunity to step into a pivotal, visible role.
This position takes ownership of the full contract lifecycle from EOI through to settlement and post handover follow up, while leading a capable team to deliver exceptional accuracy, compliance, and client experience. You will be the go to expert for contract oversight, risk management, process improvement, and escalations.
What’s in it for you?- Join a dynamic, values driven organisation that is passionate about helping clients build wealth through property
- Work with a fun, supportive, high energy team
- A leadership role that genuinely shapes process, performance, and client outcomes
- Career growth in a rapidly expanding business
Team Leadership
- Lead, mentor, and develop the Contracts team
- Delegate effectively and track individual and team performance
- Foster a collaborative, high performance culture
Contract Lifecycle Management
- Oversee the end to end process from EOI to settlement
- Review, negotiate, execute, and close out agreements
- Ensure accuracy and compliance at every step
Compliance and Risk
- Ensure alignment with internal frameworks and regulatory standards
- Identify and mitigate contract related risks
- Implement and refine policies and procedures
Relationship Management
- Act as a key liaison for suppliers, vendors, and clients
- Build strong, professional relationships to support smooth delivery
Performance and Strategy
- Monitor KPIs and timelines to ensure obligations are met
- Provide strategic recommendations to senior leadership
- Lead resolution of escalated matters with clarity and professionalism
- Background in contract management, procurement, property, or a similar field. Leadership experience essential. Paralegal experience is highly regarded.
- Strong understanding of build and land contracts or contract law, negotiation principles, and risk frameworks.
- Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Strong organisational and problem solving skills
- Calm, confident, and solutions focused
