Chief Legal Officer for Real Estate Portfolio Management

3 days ago


Canberra, ACT, Australia CIVIUM Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Legal Officer to join our team in Canberra, responsible for overseeing legal risk management across our national real estate portfolio.

About the Role:

This is a key position within our organization, requiring strong leadership and strategic thinking to enhance critical processes, drive efficiencies, and maximize business impact. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in property law, commercial transactions, and compliance, with a proven track record of providing expert advice to support business operations.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Enhance legal risk management controls across our property services portfolio
  • Refine and revamp corporate policies, procedures, and compliance to align with industry best practices
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders on matters related to M&A, data privacy, litigation, and employment
  • Draft and negotiate transaction documents to protect legal and commercial interests
Requirements:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A law degree and admission to practice in Australia
  • A minimum of 3 years post-admission experience, preferably in the property sector
  • Excellent academic credentials, commercial acumen, and strong written and oral communication skills
  • Outstanding organizational and project management abilities, with a proven ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders
Benefits:

We offer a supportive culture focused on work-life balance, regular social events, long-term career stability, access to rewards programs, and more.

Earn an estimated salary of $120,000 - $180,000 per annum, depending on your level of experience and qualifications. If you are a motivated and results-driven individual with a passion for property law, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.



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