Strategic Contracting Lead, Senior Specialist

Vanguard Australia

Hybrid
8+ years related work experience
Negotiating complex commercial agreements
Managing strategic vendor relationships
Vanguard Australia is seeking a Strategic Contracting Lead, Senior Specialist, to manage supplier relationships and oversee sourcing and contracting strategies within its Experience, Analytics, and Operations (EAO) subdivision. The ideal candidate will possess strong contract negotiation skills and legal expertise, with a focus on maximizing business value while managing risks

Job Summary

  • The role partners closely with Workplace Solutions leadership, IT, Finance, Risk, and Legal to ensure vendor arrangements are structured and governed effectively.
  • This position is ideal for professionals with strong contract and legal foundations who enjoy working at the intersection of business, finance, and legal strategy.
  • Vanguard operates a hybrid working model designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning and collaboration.

Matching Summary

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Vanguard Australia is seeking a Strategic Contracting Lead, Senior Specialist, to manage supplier relationships and oversee sourcing and contracting strategies within its Experience, Analytics, and Operations (EAO) subdivision. The ideal candidate will possess strong contract negotiation skills and legal expertise, with a focus on maximizing business value while managing risks.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 8+ years related work experience
  • negotiating complex commercial agreements
  • managing strategic vendor relationships

Nice-to-have

  • strong financial acumen
  • graduate degree preferred
  • JD degree or legal training

Key Requirements

  • Minimum of eight years related work experience
  • Undergraduate degree required
  • No visa sponsorship available

Work Rights

Must have Australian work rights

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