Head of Commercial

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 General Manager (GM) Commercial SSN AUKUS, the Head of Commercial & Partnerships is accountable for executing commercial outcomes through sound practices to deliver on contractual requirements.

The Head of Commercial & Partnerships will contribute to the development and optimisation of service agreements and contracts, ensuring cost, timing, and resourcing commitments align with ASC’s strategy. The incumbent will also provide leadership to the Commercial Team, setting direction and establishing challenging performance targets.

Working with ASC’s SSN AUKUS Commercial leadership team, this role requires maintaining a strategic perspective on the SSN AUKUS Program, considering long-term issues, opportunities, and risks to ensure ongoing commercial success.

**Responsibilities**
- Develop and optimise service agreements and contracts for cost, timing and resourcing commitments for SSN AUKUS.
- Align activities with ASC’s strategy to meet relevant contractual deliverables.
- Exhibit flexibility in working hours to support engagement with ASC’s partners.
- Be prepared for periodic or regular overseas travel.

**About You**
- Tertiary qualifications in Law, Business Management, or a related discipline.
- A minimum of 10 years post-graduate experience in a commercial, legal, or business advisory role.
- Significant experience in managing and developing complex contracts, including resolution of highly complex issues to achieve positive commercially focused outcomes.
- Extensive experience in drafting agreements and managing commercial risk.
- High-quality writing skills, excellent time management, and organisational skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with others.
- Proficient in both written and verbal communication with excellent negotiation and persuasion skills.

**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.

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 1900-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.