Commercial Contracts Manager (Maternity Leave Cover)

The West Coast Eagles is an iconic Australian sporting organisation with a proud history and a strong connection to our community. Since our inception in 1986, the Club has grown into one of the most recognised sporting brands in the country, underpinned by strong governance, commercial partnerships and a commitment to excellence on and off the field.

We are now seeking applications for a Commercial Contracts Manager (Maternity Leave Cover) within the Finance and Legal team on a fixed-term, part-time basis for a 12 month maternity leave position.

Perks of working at the Club

The Club is based in a state-of-the-art training and administration facility in Lathlain. In addition to being part of a values-driven and collaborative environment, you’ll enjoy access to:

• Onsite gym, pool, café and free parking
• Access to West Coast Eagles home match tickets
• Special offers and discounts through Corporate Partners
• Fun and engaging social and club events
• Opportunities to support community and charity initiatives
• Professional development opportunities
• Access to the Club’s Health and Wellbeing Program

About the role

This role provides timely, practical and commercially focused support across the Club, with a strong emphasis on contract review, negotiation and management. The Commercial Contract Manager will oversee the end-to-end contract management process, ensuring agreements are executed in line with policy, appropriately recorded and actively monitored for key obligations and milestones.

The role will be required to work closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to support both operational and strategic objectives.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this role will be responsible for:

• Reviewing and negotiating terms in commercial contracts and providing clear, practical recommendations to protect the Club’s interests and mitigate risk.
• Ensuring all contracts are executed in accordance with Club policies and processes.
• Managing the administration of the Club’s contract management system across supplier, sponsorship, premium hospitality and non-disclosure agreements.
• Tracking and reporting on key contractual obligations and milestones.
• Reviewing terms and conditions for competitions and waivers to ensure compliance with Club requirements..

The role also supports the Club across a broad range of legal matters, including compliance, competitions, waivers, data governance and privacy, working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to support both operational and strategic objectives.

Our ideal person

This role would suit a legally qualified professional who is highly organised, detail-oriented and comfortable working autonomously in a fast-paced environment. You will bring strong communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders.

Ideally, you will also have:

• Sound knowledge of contract management processes.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of confidentiality.
• Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple matters concurrently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive, positive and solutions-focused approach.
• Strong cultural alignment with the Club’s values and ways of working.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word and Excel).

How to register your interest

To submit your Expression of Interest, please include a current resume and a brief covering letter outlining your suitability for the role and availability. Applications close at 12 noon, Monday 13th April 2026. Applications will be assessed as they are received, and the Club reserves the right to progress suitable candidates prior to the advertised close date.

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunities

At the West Coast Eagles, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, people of all ages and culturally diverse backgrounds.

Our Commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People

The Club is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of children and young people who access our programs, services and facilities.