Paralegal

About the role

We currently have an opportunity for a Paralegal within our Australia specialist contract review team. This team assists our Corporate Counsel with reviewing contracts such as tender documents, professional services and consultancy contracts. We are seeking an individual with previous experience in a legal, commercial or contracts environment (construction, infrastructure or engineering would be a bonus) who can:

• Review and assess contracts proposed by clients or subconsultants and identify key clauses for negotiation.
• Liaise with the business with respect to negotiating key clauses.
• Deal with general contract queries from the business units.

There will also be the opportunity to get involved with assisting Corporate Counsel with claims and disputes as well as implementing process improvements to ensure an efficient and "fit for purpose" contract review function. This role can be based in either our Sydney or Brisbane office.

Stantec's flexible working arrangement offers work from home and tailored working hours as well as additional purchased leave options. Our supportive work environment allows you to tailor your career path ensuring a planned investment into your training and development as well as access to long term career opportunities.

Day to day tasks would involve:

• Completion of contract reviews, against existing company guidelines, to mitigate any potential legal risk to Stantec.
• Undertake legal research for the APAC Risk Management team.
• Assist with review of project correspondence on claims.
• Preparation of legal documents, forms and contracts.

To be successful for this role you'll need:

• Be keen to learn and curious about the meaning and effect of contract clauses.
• Be well organised and be comfortable with taking ownership of all tasks while managing deadlines that constantly change.
• Have strong drafting skills and attention to detail when reviewing and assisting with legal documents.
• Have strong communication skills with a positive and proactive attitude and ability to connect with stakeholders throughout the business.
• Enjoy working in a close team environment, having a warm and friendly approach.
• Prior law firm, in-house experience or experience in a contract management or review role is essential and will be highly regarded.

What we offer

Along with a competitive salary we offer many other benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing is ongoing.

• Genuine Flexible Working Arrangements - Including work from home opportunities, provision for school term contracts, job sharing and part time employment.
• Option to purchase up to 4 weeks additional leave.
• Learning and Talent Development Programs - Including Global programmes, online learning and on-the-job learning
• Mentoring for your own development and the opportunity to mentor others
• A friendly team environment, with dedicated and enthusiastic staff committed to producing high quality service and deliverables
• Professional Memberships
• Salary Continuance Insurance (SCI)
• Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs
• Service Recognition Awards
• Employee Assistance Program

About Stantec

The Stantec community unites over 31,000 employees working in over 450+ locations across six continents. We collaborate across disciplines and industries to bring buildings, energy, resources, water, environmental, transport and infrastructure projects to life.

Our work from initial project concept and planning through design, construction, and commissioning begins at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships.

Culture

Stantec is serious about healthy work-life balance, diversity, inclusion & equity, indigenous relations, innovation, community engagement, corporate sustainability, and social wellbeing. We have employee groups for women, LGBTQI+, neurodiversity, and more Our employees play sport, fundraise, volunteer, learn, and have fun together.

How to apply

If this position is of interest, submit your application online.

Please note that no agency applications will be accepted at this time.