Senior Legal Counsel

4 hours ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Wolf & Williams Full time $180,000 - $250,000 per year

Senior Legal Counsel - Front-End Construction 8 + PQE

Our client, a leading contractor with over 50 years of transformative contributions to Australia's infrastructure and resource sectors, is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join their Sydney team. With a strong presence in renewable energy, rail, and public infrastructure, they offer unparalleled expertise and an exciting pipeline of high-profile projects.

As Senior Legal Counsel, you will join a well-established, dynamic legal team, providing strategic legal support for high-value construction projects across Australia. Reporting directly to the Group General Counsel, you will play a pivotal role in shaping front-end construction matters, ensuring compliance, and driving project success. This is a unique opportunity to work on landmark projects, collaborate with industry leaders, and advance your career in a supportive, innovative environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Draft, review, and negotiate complex construction contracts, including design, procurement, and build agreements, ensuring alignment with Australian legal standards.
  • Provide expert legal advice on project structuring, risk allocation, and contract terms during the pre-construction phase.
  • Identify and mitigate legal risks related to project financing, permits, and regulatory approvals.
  • Collaborate closely with project managers and engineers to align contract terms with technical and operational requirements.
  • Conduct thorough due diligence on subcontractors, suppliers, and joint venture partners to ensure contractual integrity.
  • Prepare and review tender documents, ensuring clarity, precision, and legal robustness in bidding processes.
  • Stay abreast of industry-specific legal developments, including changes in construction standards and renewable energy regulations.
  • Support corporate governance, compliance, and risk management initiatives.

Ideal Candidate
You will bring:

  • 8+ years PQE in construction law, gained from a top-tier private practice or a reputable in-house legal team.
  • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, project-driven environment, both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  • A proactive, solutions-oriented approach with a passion for delivering commercial outcomes.

Why Join?

  • Great work life balance
  • Highly competitive salary and market leading bonus
  • Strong professional and career growth opportunities

Contact

If you are looking to take the next step in your career we would love to hear from you.

Please send your application to
Morgan Elder
at

, or call

for a confidential discussion.

  • Senior Legal Counsel

    4 weeks ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Beacon Legal Full time

    4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Direct message the job poster from Beacon LegalConnecting Lawyers with Opportunities in Energy, Construction and Real Estate- Senior Recruiter | Manager @ Beacon LegalBeacon Legal have partnered with a leading Australian real estate investment business in...

  • Senior Legal Counsel

    2 days ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Beacon Legal Full time $180,000 - $250,000 per year

    Beacon Legal have partnered with an Australian real estate business in their search for a new Senior Legal Counsel. They are looking to hire someone at the 5-7 PQE level, to be based in their Sydney office.We're seeking a proactive and motivated real estate or construction lawyer to support a dynamic and expanding legal team. This role offers the opportunity...

  • Legal Counsel

    4 weeks ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Beacon Legal Full time

    3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsThis range is provided by Beacon Legal. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay rangeA$180,000.00/yr - A$200,000.00/yrDirect message the job poster from Beacon LegalJoin a respected, purpose-driven Australian not-for-profit as part of a growing...

  • Legal Counsel

    4 weeks ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Beacon Legal Full time

    1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsDirect message the job poster from Beacon LegalAs a Legal Counsel, you will work as part of a well-trained, high-performance In-House team which the wider business relies on when making strategic commercial decisions.This is an exciting opportunity to broaden your exposure to a wide variety of commercial contracts,...

  • Senior Legal Counsel

    4 weeks ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Beacon Legal Full time

    OverviewBeacon Legal is partnering with a global digital consumer business seeking to hire a Senior Legal Counsel in Sydney.Why is this a great role? This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced, innovative organisation in a permanent, flexible role. You'll be part of a respected in-house legal team that supports complex, high-profile projects across...

  • Senior Legal Counsel

    4 weeks ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Beacon Legal Full time

    OverviewBeacon Legal is partnering with a global digital consumer business seeking to hire a Senior Legal Counsel in Sydney.Why is this a great role? This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced, innovative organisation in a permanent, flexible role. You'll be part of a respected in-house legal team that supports complex, high-profile projects across...

  • Senior Legal Counsel

    4 weeks ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Beacon Legal Full time

    Overview4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsDirect message the job poster from Beacon LegalThis is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing In-House legal team within a large and evolving organisation that delivers services with significant community impact.The legal team plays a critical role in shaping and protecting the organisation's...

  • Senior Legal Counsel

    4 weeks ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia G2 Legal Full time

    OverviewSenior Legal Counsel - Employment at G2 Legal, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Exciting opportunity for a dynamic employment lawyer in an expanding listed company with international operations. Working in a high-calibre, collegiate in-house team you will be handling a range of work including contentious and non-contentious employment law matters...

  • Senior Legal Counsel

    4 weeks ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia G2 Legal Full time

    OverviewSenior Legal Counsel - Employment at G2 Legal, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. Exciting opportunity for a dynamic employment lawyer in an expanding listed company with international operations. Working in a high-calibre, collegiate in-house team you will be handling a range of work including contentious and non-contentious employment law matters...

  • Legal Counsel

    2 days ago

    Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Beacon Legal Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    Why is this a great role?As a Legal Counsel, you will work as part of an innovative, high-performing team relied on by lawyers and in-house counsel across Australia.This is analternative legal career path, where you will use your legal expertise to influence how the profession accesses and applies the law without the demands of billable hours.You will...