Contracts Analyst - Multiple Locations
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About this role | Mō tēnei tūranga
This is a full-time permanent role. We have legal team representatives in our offices located in Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington and Christchurch and could consider candidates based in these regions. We offer hybrid office and WFH flexibility.
We’re looking for a proactive and agile Contracts Analyst to join our Legal Team within School Property. This role supports matter management and contract administration across our Legal, Procurement, and Property Delivery teams in addition to supporting the day-to-day operations of our Legal Team.
In this role, you'll analyse legal documentation and contribute to improving contract management systems, while supporting automation and innovation in how documents and data are handled. You’ll provide contract administration expertise and training—particularly in tools like Contract Express—and work closely with stakeholders to enhance contract processes and documentation. Alongside this, you'll maintain document management systems, support reporting across the contract portfolio, and assist with team administration including budgets, purchase orders, and travel bookings.
Salary range: $85,225 - $94,148 per annum + 3% kiwi saver. The successful candidate will be appointed at a salary which reflects individual skills and experience.
For more details about the role, you can view the Job Description here Contracts Analyst
About you | Mōhou ake
This is a dynamic role suited to someone with drive, confidence, and a passion for improving systems and processes—while also bringing focus and efficiency to routine and repetitive tasks. You’ll manage stakeholder relationships, provide training, and contribute to workflow and performance improvements.
You will also offer:
Experience in team co-ordination, contract administration, and quality assurance.
Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
Proven ability to lead projects and improve inefficient systems.
High competency in Microsoft Office and document management tools.
The ability and willingness to adhere to the Public Service Standards of Integrity and Conduct.
You'll be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and service, working in a flexible and supportive environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on education and infrastructure across the country.
About our group and team | Mātau rōpū ake
The School Property group manages one of the largest property portfolios in Aotearoa New Zealand, composed of over 2,100 primary and secondary state schools and over 8,000 hectares of land with a carrying value of $33.5 billion. Our team is responsible for the portfolio, including school engagement, asset management, capital works delivery, investment planning and portfolio management.
We have a responsibility to invest in property solutions that demonstrate value for money while still delivering the right outcome for our schools and kura. Demand for new or improved school property across the country is high, and the way we meet these needs is to do so more efficiently. We have set financial and timeliness targets for our programme, and we’re looking to improve our planning and delivery, as well as working proactively and collaboratively with schools and the construction sector. This will ensure that our property projects deliver value and are part of an affordable and deliverable programme of works.
The School Property group is led by a Functional Chief Executive for School Property, who reports directly to the Minister for Education. In July 2025 the Government announced it will establish a Crown agent to manage school property, to be called the New Zealand School Property Agency (NZSPA). Implementation of the NZSPA is expected in 2026, subject to the legislation being passed.
Are you ready to make a difference? | Kua rite koe mō tēnei mahi?
If this opportunity interests you, please submit your cover letter and resume by using the ‘apply' button. In your cover letter we’d like to know about you, your values, or anything else you’d like to share. We’re keen to understand your motivations, strengths, transferable skills, and the diverse perspectives you will bring to the role.
For further information, please contact Brigid Kelly, Director, School Property and Construction Law at Brigid.kelly@education.govt.nz
Applications close Midnight Friday 21 November 2025
We want our people to feel valued for their unique qualities and have a sense of belonging. If you require assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please let us know.
