Legal Counsel/Senioo Legal Counsel

Posted 27 February 2024
Salary$150000 - $180000 per annum
LocationNewcastle
Job type Permanent
DisciplineLegal, Risk & Compliance
ReferenceBH-15031

Job description

  • Legal Counsel /Senior Legal Counsel 
  • High Profile Projects 
  • Newcastle 



Our client a leading commercial business operating across the Infrastructure, energy, resources, transport, defence and building and construction sectors is seeking a legal counsel to join it’s growing legal team.
 
Reporting to the Legal Director, this role will involve:
 
  • Providing strategic commercial and legal advice on major infrastructure projects across a number of sectors including transport, renewables and resources
  • Reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts
  • Drafting precedent suites of commercial agreements relevant to the infrastructure market
  • Providing advice on contractual dispute resolution procedures
 
Key Requirements: 
 
  • Ideally a minimum of 5-8years PQE gained either from a renowned private practice or In-house organisation
  • Experience in advising on complex transactions, with exposure to project delivery issues
  • In-depth understanding of construction law and contracts
  • Experience with commercial policies and identifying key risks within contracts
  • Proven ability to manage competing deadlines
  • A pro-active and commercial approach to projects and work loads.
 
 
The role has great mentoring with the opportunity for continued growth. It will be working across some of Australia’s most significant projects and dealing with International clients. To apply for this position, please click the Apply button. For a confidential discussion about the role, contact Suzie Large on 0434 294 665.