At VicRoads the work you do has real impact. Our work connects people and communities. We keep Victorians moving safely and smoothly today and help them be ready for tomorrow. VicRoads empowers our people to learn and grow– focusing on impact and innovation. We reflect the diversity of Victoria and foster clever thinking to keep you and the community moving. VicRoads is progressing too. In August 2022, we started on a new chapter when the Victorian State Government partnered with Aware Super, Australian Retirement Trust, and Macquarie Asset Management to operate registration and licensing services on its behalf. We work collaboratively with the Victorian State Government to ensure we fulfill regulatory requirements, deliver State projects and safeguard customer data. The Victorian State Government retains sole responsibility for road access, infrastructure and safety. Annual salary range: Commensurate with experience Employment type: Permanent - Full-Time Usual work location: QV 180 Lonsdale Street CBD/ Work from home About the opportunity Reporting to the Manager Concession Deed, the Senior Contracts Advisor plays a pivotal role in advising on and managing the complex and long-term joint venture partnership between VicRoads and the State Government. This is a unique opportunity to work within a strategic, high-impact environment, applying your legal and commercial expertise to provide expert guidance on the 40-year Concession Deeds. As part of the Concession Deed Management team, you’ll support internal and external stakeholders by providing authoritative advice on contractual obligations, ensuring compliance, and facilitating positive, solution-focused outcomes. This role offers the chance to contribute to major infrastructure governance while fostering strong relationships with the Department of Transport and Planning. You will work across teams, collaborate on governance initiatives, and support continuous improvement of contract management resources and processes. This is an ideal role for a detail-oriented and strategically minded contracts professional ready to shape long-term outcomes for Victoria’s transport future. It is best suited to someone with experience in commercial service-delivery contracts or public-private partnerships; the role does not involve procurement activities or construction-focused contract management. About you We’re looking for a legal or contracts professional with strong commercial acumen and at least 4 years of relevant experience to: Provide expert advice on Concession Deed contractual obligations to support business understanding and compliance. Identify and manage contractual risks while pursuing opportunities for improved outcomes. Negotiate and influence stakeholders to resolve disputes and achieve strategic goals. Collaborate effectively with internal teams to align with governance and operational best practices. Develop user-friendly resources to educate and empower the business in Concession Deed-related matters. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance contract management efficiency. Uphold privacy, data security, and integrity standards while supporting fraud and corruption prevention efforts. Experience as a practising lawyer (commercial/contracts focus) is highly desirable but not essential. Candidates with equivalent experience in commercial contract advisory or management, or relevant transferable skills will also be considered. Our culture Innovation powers progress, but it doesn’t come without support. To attract, retain, and develop talented people, we reward initiative and ingenuity, foster collaboration, and offer dynamic career development. At VicRoads, we embrace diversity and inclusion and we’re proud our workforce reflects the community we work for. What we offer Competitive salary and benefits Supportive, diverse, and inclusive work environment Opportunities for professional and personal development Flexible working arrangements and family-friendly practices How to apply Please submit your application via the “Apply” button. For a copy of the Position Description please email talentacquisition@vicroads.com.au Unfortunately, applications cannot be accepted via this email. VicRoads is required to evidence your right to work in Australia and may ask for your consent to check records maintained by the Department of Immigration and Border Protection as well as records maintained by Victoria Police and VicRoads as part of the selection process. Information provided to VicRoads will be treated in the strictest confidence. Please note that due to legal requirements you must be predominantly located in Australia and for certain roles, predominantly located in Melbourne or Victoria.
