Commercial Advisor

ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s nuclear-powered submarines – the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.

Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.

About the Opportunity

Reporting to the Senior Commercial Manager, the Commercial Advisor supports the commercial management of strategic customer contracts and commercial activities across the business. The role provides commercial advice, contract administration, contract change management, commercial governance support, and commercial input into proposals, quotations, and business cases.

Working closely with program, finance, legal, and operational stakeholders, the Commercial Advisor will help ensure contractual obligations are understood and effectively managed while supporting the achievement of positive commercial outcomes and strong customer relationships.

This is a permanent full-time opportunity based in Osborne, South Australia.

Responsibilities

• Provide commercial advice and contract management support to program and business stakeholders, ensuring contractual compliance, effective risk management, and adherence to governance requirements.
• Support the development, negotiation, and implementation of contract changes, commercial agreements, and other initiatives that support business objectives.
• Provide commercial advice and input relating to quotations, estimates, business cases, proposals, and customer submissions.
• Support commercial aspects of program delivery, including risk management, issue resolution, performance monitoring, and reporting.
• Prepare, review, and maintain commercial documentation, correspondence, contractual notices, registers, and reports.Build and maintain effective working relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.
• Provide commercial insight and recommendations to support informed decision-making and positive commercial outcomes.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of commercial processes, systems, and governance practices.

 About you

• Degree in Commerce, Law, Business, Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline.
• Experience in a commercial, contract management, business advisory, project support, or similar role.
• Sound understanding of contracts, commercial principles, and contract administration practices.
• Strong written communication skills, including the ability to prepare professional correspondence, reports, and contractual documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and digital business systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance, an Australian Defence Security Clearance and an ability to access protected US defence technology. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearances and approvals.

Whilst ASC will accept all applications for this role, as this role requires an ability to access protected US defence technology, applicants holding nationality of certain foreign countries will not be eligible.

To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

Benefits

• Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
• Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance.
• Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
• Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
• Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
• Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
• A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
• Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.

About ASC

Established in 1985, ASC’s 3000-plus staff offer a depth of submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering experience and expertise that is unparalleled in Australia’s defence industry. The company’s work on Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine build and the Collins Class Life of Type Extension takes place in Osborne, South Australia, with sustainment shared across Osborne and Henderson, Western Australia. ASC also plays a leading role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.

Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.

Early applications are encouraged as shortlisting may commence immediately.