Contracts Manager

Wanted: Full Time Contracts Manager 

• Opes Licensee Services Ltd (Part of the Opes Group)


• Salary: $90,000 - $115,0000 gross per annum (based on experience)


• Office: Christchurch, CBD 


• Hours: Full time (37.5 hours) 8.30am-5pm weekdays 


• Start: Immediate

At Opes, we help everyday Kiwis build wealth through property - and behind every great deal is a rock-solid property contract.

We’re on the hunt for a Contracts Manager (Sale & Purchase Agreements) to join our Christchurch team. This is a critical role where you’ll sit at the centre of our property transactions, ensuring everything runs smoothly, compliantly, and on time.

If you love detail, thrive on structure, and want to play a key role in helping clients invest in property with confidence, this could be for you.

What’s in it for you

• Competitive salary + 3.5% Kiwisaver + free medical insurance + phone/laptop + 24/7 carpark in CBD + access to EAP services. 


• Support from a friendly team within a lively office: we celebrate birthdays, wins and have amazing Friday drinks together!


• Work-life balance: work 8.30am-5pm weekdays only.


• The tools that you need to succeed within the role! Progressive company with ample opportunities for development and growth. 


• A supportive Team Leader and the chance to join one of the company’s most crucial front end teams!

What you’ll be doing

You’ll be responsible for managing the full lifecycle of property contracts - from drafting through to execution - while supporting advisors and ensuring a seamless client experience.

Key responsibilities include:

• Drafting, reviewing, and managing Sales & Purchase Agreements and agency agreements


• Identifying risks and ensuring contracts protect client and company interests


• Coordinating contract execution and maintaining accurate records and timelines


• Supporting advisors and CRM teams with contract queries and deal progression


• Managing AML requirements and documentation


• Ensuring compliance with REAA, REINZ, and internal standards


• Working closely with developers, lawyers, and internal stakeholders


• Supporting the Christchurch team with day-to-day operational delivery

What we’re looking for

This role suits someone who is highly organised, detail-focused, and commercially minded, with strong communication skills.

You’ll have:

• Experience in a Contracts Manager or similar role (property, legal, or development preferred)


• Strong knowledge of contract law and negotiation


• The ability to juggle multiple deals, deadlines, and stakeholders


• High attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset


• Confidence explaining legal concepts in plain English


• Strong tech and systems skills (e-signing tools, CRM systems, Microsoft Office, etc.)

• Excellent English language skills (written and verbal)


• Acceptable background checks


• Permanent Residency or New Zealand Citizenship

Just as important is how you work:

• You’re reliable, professional, and take pride in your work


• You care about clients and doing the right thing


• You communicate clearly and contribute positively to team culture


• You’re motivated to continuously improve and grow

Why join Opes?

• Be part of a high-performing, supportive team


• Play a key role in helping Kiwis achieve financial freedom


• Work in a business that values integrity, growth, and doing right by clients


• Opportunity to grow your career in a fast-moving property environment

Opes Partners is one of New Zealand’s leading property investment advisory firms. Our subsidiary company Opes Licensee works with developers, investors, and everyday Kiwis to build long-term wealth through smart property decisions.

If you’re ready to take ownership of a pivotal role and thrive in a busy, detail-driven environment - apply now.

I - Eleanor - look forward to receiving your application with CV and Cover Letter. (Please note that it can take us some time to process everyone's applications as we get a lot!).