Contract Analyst

About Dentons
Dentons is the world's largest law firm. We're 20,000+ people globally across 80+ countries including USA; Europe; India and Asia. We are a global polycentric firm which is expanding rapidly in an increasingly globalised legal industry. Dentons now consistently ranks as one of the five best regarded legal brands in the world according to the Acritas Global Elite Law Firm Brand Index.
About the Role
This role presents a valuable opportunity to take the next step in your career and become a key contributor to the success of Dentons' Risk & Compliance team in Sydney.
As a Contracts Analyst, you will work closely with internal stakeholders to review, analyse, and manage contracts with clients and vendors/suppliers. Your focus will be on ensuring all agreements align with Dentons' legal obligations, internal policies, and regulatory standards. This work is essential to minimising legal risk, maintaining compliance and optimising contract performance.
You'll gain exposure to contract management within a global legal environment, supporting both client and vendor relationships. Reporting to the Operational Risk Manager, you'll be part of a team that values excellence, collaboration, and inclusivity — where your contributions will be recognised and your growth supported.
About You
We're looking for a detail-oriented Contracts Analyst with
5+ years' experience
in a legal, financial or professional services environment, who thrives in a stakeholder-focused role. You'll bring:
Proven experience in contract analysis or a similar role
Strong understanding of contract law and regulatory compliance
Excellent communication skills and stakeholder engagement
High attention to detail and precision in capturing terms, obligations, and deliverables
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or similar
CPCM or similar certification (advantageous but not essential)
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate the review of client and vendor/supplier contracts to ensure compliance with legal regulations and Dentons' policies
Document and track agreed terms and obligations
Collaborate with Corporate and Business Services teams to ensure contractual obligations are understood and met
Conduct due diligence on new vendors/suppliers in line with Dentons' Procurement Policy and Modern Slavery Act 2018
Maintain and manage the Dentons' client and vendor contract database
Provide guidance to stakeholders on contract-related matters
Assist with audits, policy updates, and compliance reporting
Why Dentons
Dentons Australia offers a wide range of incentives aimed at embracing your authenticity, providing purpose, and strengthening your ongoing development.
We offer:
Equitable salary packaging, incentive pay and rewards
Salary continuous insurance (for permanent employees or employees on a 6 month or more maximum term contract basis)
Salary sacrificing and novated leases
5 days Bonus Leave per year after 12 months of service
Additional leave options
Equal family leave for all genders (including kinship groups)
Floating public holidays for days of cultural significance
Exclusive retailer discounts
Offices designed for collaboration on Gadigal, Naarm, Yuggera, Kaurna and Whadjuk land
Learning & Development opportunities
Generous health and wellbeing programs
Agile and flexible working for all
Social and diversity networks providing year-round events
Opportunities to undertake pro-bono legal work
Diversity, Equality & Inclusion
Embedded in our people is a passion to help others through the delivery of justice. It is through this that our commitment to inclusion, equity, and reconciliation has evolved. We are proud to say that by design, we have no single headquarters or dominant national culture, this means the unique perspectives, experiences, and identities of our people come together globally under one purpose to create an inclusive and accessible environment where anyone can thrive.
Please apply online with your CV, Cover Letter, and academic transcripts. If you have questions beforehand, please email our recruitment team at . Enquiries only please, applications will not be accepted by email.
Agency Submissions
Dentons does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Recruitment Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to partners, hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute an introduction to the firm and Dentons will not be liable for a fee.
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