Contracts OfficerHybrid

About Us

Workwear Group (WWG) is part of Wesfarmers Industrial & Safety a division of Wesfarmers, a top 20 ASX listed company with over 100,000 employees. Housed under the banner of Workwear Group, our three iconic brands - KingGee, Hard Yakka and NNT - have been in the business of delivering workwear since the late 1920's. 

We are the trusted partner in workwear solutions, manufacturing over seven million units each year. What sets us apart is our continuous investment in innovation, market knowledge, pioneering ideas and sustainability practices.

We work as one team. We put our customers first and are passionate about what we do. Joining WWG is an opportunity to thrive in an inspiring, safe, and inclusive community.

About the Role

Join a high-impact team that plays a critical role in safeguarding our business. The Contracts Team is at the forefront of risk management and governance, ensuring our commercial agreements are robust, compliant, and strategically sound. From reviewing and negotiating contracts to executing customer agreements, the team is instrumental in protecting our interests and enabling confident decision-making across the organisation.

As a Contracts Officer, you’ll work closely with the Group Contracts Manager and collaborate across the broader WWG business. You’ll be a key contributor to our contract lifecycle management, helping to drive best practices, streamline processes, and support our commitment to excellence in commercial operation

What you’ll be doing

• Register new contractual arrangements into the contract management database with accuracy and timeliness.
• Administer and maintain the contract management system, including user setup, notifications, reporting functions, and data field updates.
• Manage the Contracts Team shared inbox by triaging enquiries and ensuring all communications and documents are properly filed.
• Update and track contract-related matters using Planner or a similar kanban board, ensuring visibility and accountability.
• Identify and assess contract risks by interpreting legal clauses and escalating concerns to relevant stakeholders.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve contract issues and support risk mitigation strategies.
• Assist in reviewing customer contracts to ensure alignment with commercial and legal standards.
• Support the Contracts Specialist and Group Contracts Manager during contract negotiations.
• Ensure contracts are executed in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Promote compliance and governance by maintaining accurate records and supporting continuous improvement in contract management practices. 

Who we’re looking for

At our company, we value not only our great brands but also the people and teams that drive our success. In addition to technical skills, we seek team members who possess the following personable qualities:

• Strong work ethic and are committed to showing up for a team
• Openness to receive coaching and embrace self reflection and self growth
• Accountability for your actions, and emotions, and actively venture beyond your comfort zone
• Embrace innovation, take calculated risks, and inspire others to think outside the box
• Ability to build meaningful relationships, we prioritise our customers. Balancing commercial goals with customer satisfaction is key
• Ethical standards and demonstrating honesty and integrity in all interactions is fundamental to our team culture.

What we’re looking for

• 1–3 years experience in a contracts, legal, or commercial support role preferred; law graduates, paralegals, and early career lawyers are welcome to apply.
• Bachelor of Law preferred
• Familiarity with contract management systems, including data entry, user setup, reporting, and workflow tracking.
• Ability to interpret legal clauses, identify risks, and escalate issues appropriately.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail and effective communication across teams.
• Self-motivated and collaborative, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

What we offer

• The chance to join a great team of like-minded, hard-working people who are passionate about achieving our vision and the growth objectives of the company.
• Flexible working environment, allowing for work from home day/s each week.
• A competitive salary package and suite of benefits and perks, including a 50% discount on our brands Hard Yakka, KingGee and NNT and 5% Wesfarmers discount for Kmart, Bunnings, Officeworks and more.
• A tailored career and development plan, plus reward and recognition programs. Whatever your goals we’re here to support you on that journey.
• Our Wellbeing program, Thrive, with activities designed to support the Financial Wellness of our team, Celebrate Diversity, ensure we Get Physical and maintain Healthy Minds, including challenges, yoga, meditation and access to our Employee Assistance Program.
• We Learn, a dedicated hub for all things learning and development.

We actively work on creating a safe and inclusive environment free of discrimination. At Workwear Group we aspire to build a culture where diversity is celebrated, where Team Members feel a sense of “I Belong” and are empowered to bring their whole selves to work.

You can follow us on LinkedIn or see our company careers page for more opportunities https://www.workweargroup.com.au/careers

​Thank you for your interest in Workwear Group. Due to anticipated high volumes of applicants, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.