Senior Legal Counsel

Posted 27 May 2025
SalaryHybrid - Competitive Salary
LocationNew South Wales
Job type Permanent
DisciplineLegal, Risk & Compliance
ReferenceBH-15577-6

Job description

  • Legal Counsel/Projects  – Sydney  
  • Legal – Construction
  • Hybrid – Competitive Salary
About the role
 
A leading global organisation with a focus on large scale projects is currently seeking an experienced corporate counsel to join it’s In-House team. This role will report directly to the General Counsel, and for part of a high performing , established In-House team.


Key responsibilities

  • Providing advice to business units and senior management on significant legal issues and representing the company’s interests on large scale projects and their associated contracts 
  • Drafting, reviewing, negotiating and finalising subcontractor/consultant agreements, and variations
  • Ownership and responsibility for the legal service of significant projects
  • Interpreting contract terms and identifying legal/commercial risks.
  • Advising on contract disputes and resolution strategies. 
  • Ad-hoc reviews of legal documents such as land access agreements.


About You
  • Ideally a minimum 5 years PQE gained within a renowned In-House organisation or private practice firm.
  • Previous exposure to a variety of major projects within the construction sector
  • Demonstrated experience in managing complex construction contracts.
  • Be solutions focused with excellent negotiation skills 
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Enjoy working autonomously as well as part of a collegiate team.

This is a great opportunity to join a strong in-house legal team with great career development opportunities.
To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Suzie Large on 0434 294 665.