Commercial Advisor

Babcock is looking for a Commercial Advisor to join the team based in Devonport, Auckland.

About the role

Join Babcock New Zealand as a Commercial Advisor and play an important role supporting commercial governance, procurement, compliance and contract administration activities. Working alongside experienced commercial leaders, you'll contribute to the successful delivery of services that support critical customer operations while helping maintain strong governance and business performance.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded professional looking to expand their experience across contracts, tenders, compliance, procurement and risk management. You'll work with stakeholders across the business, drive continuous improvement initiatives and gain exposure to a broad range of commercial activities within a respected global organisation.

About you

You are a proactive and detail-oriented professional with experience in commercial, procurement, legal administration or governance environments. You thrive on building strong stakeholder relationships, maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance obligations are met. Comfortable managing competing priorities, you bring strong organisational skills, sound commercial judgement and a continuous improvement mindset. You enjoy solving problems, identifying efficiencies and supporting business outcomes while working collaboratively within a values-driven team that delivers high-quality results.

Key Required Skills

• Commercial administration and support


• Procurement and supplier management


• Contract administration


• Governance and compliance management


• Risk assessment and due diligence


• Tender and bid support


• Stakeholder relationship management


• Reporting, records and data management

Key Required Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification (Diploma or Bachelor's Degree) in Business, Commerce, Law, Finance or a related discipline.


• Minimum two years' experience in a commercial, procurement, legal administration or related role.


• Ability to obtain and maintain any required security clearances.


• Demonstrated experience supporting governance, compliance, contract administration or procurement activities.

Your future at Babcock – what we offer you 

• Our work life integration policy brings together leave entitlements which include annual leave, wellbeing leave, paid parental leave, defence reservist leave plus more;


• We will provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career, supported by our capability framework plus ongoing access to self-led learning modules through LinkedIn Learning and access to study leave;


• You’ll have access to beRewarded which will provide you with endless discounts across retail, health, entertainment, travel and much more, plus novated leasing options and corporate shares plan;


• Your wellbeing is supported through our online wellbeing program Munch, Mind, Move, Money, access to our employee assistance program plus you can access two days annually from your personal leave as wellbeing days;


• You’ll be able to participate in our weRecognise program which is an opportunity to recognise the outstanding work our people do each and every day in living our principles which are Be kind, Collaborate, Be Curious, Think Outcomes, Be Courageous and Own & Deliver

Who we are

Babcock Australasia combines the best talent and in-country expertise while leveraging the rich 130+ year global heritage of Babcock International Group, a FTSE 100 international defence company.

Our team of 1,800+ experienced staff ensure critical services and assets are readily available, affordable, and future proof. From maritime sustainment and secure communications, to lifesaving helicopter missions and managing critical fleets, we ensure our customers are equipped to fulfil their mission

So, if you would like to join us and help create a safe and secure world, together, please apply via the Apply Now’ button below.

To learn more about us visit www.babcock.com.au

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds and experience however, the successful candidate must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand and capable of obtaining a New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) Security Clearance.

Please note, should your application progress you may be required to complete pre-employment checks. These checks may include but not limited to, reference checks, MOJ, security check, qualifications and right to work.

Babcock Australasia is a Circle Back Initiative Employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

Job Req #75050