Senior Legal Counsel

1 day ago

Chatswood, New South Wales, Australia Bechtel Corporation Full time $150,000 - $250,000 per year

Requisition ID: 288798

  • Relocation Authorized: None
  • Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
  • Work Location: Sydney, NSW

Extraordinary Teams Building Inspiring Projects
Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report .

Project Overview
Great infrastructure transforms communities. Our customers' projects have a higher purpose – their roads, rail, communications, airports and energy projects are a gateway to a modern prosperous world.

A world that caters for growing populations and keeps up with rapid technological change; a world that is resilient to economic and geophysical setbacks; a world powered by cleaner energy and systems that accelerate the path to global decarbonization; a world connected by smart and affordable transport networks to empower disenfranchised communities and unlock access to opportunities.

Job Summary
Due to growth in our business, an opportunity has become available within the Bechtel Infrastructure team in Sydney for a Senior Legal Counsel. The role reports to the Infrastructure Global Business Unit, Regional Manager of Legal based in Sydney.

The role will be supporting the Public Infrastructure, Renewables and Clean Power and Heavy Civil business lines across the APAC region, with a focus on Australia. This is a unique development opportunity to join one of the world's leading construction and engineering organizations and shape a senior in-house career in the construction sector.

The Senior Legal Counsel will work on transactions independently with GBU Business Development and Management. The legal work associated with the position is typically complex and difficult – the matters to be addressed are often unique and require a high order of original and creative legal analysis for their resolution.

Major Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership on legal and commercial issues relating to prospects and projects in the Asia Pacific Region, including:

  • Work closely with GBU Business Development and Management in structuring, preparing, negotiating, and concluding transactions for prospects and projects in the Asia Pacific Region.

  • Advise and support GBU Management and project personnel on legal issues during the execution of projects.
  • Advise GBU Business Development and Management on the company's internal protocols and procedures to ensure that compliance is maintained.

Education And Experience Requirements

  • A minimum of 8 years post qualification work experience with engineering and construction projects and related contract documents will be required – from a major law firm and/or major engineering, procurement, and construction firm.
  • Must hold a current legal practicing certificate from an Australian jurisdiction.

Required Knowledge And Skills

  • Must hold a current legal practicing certificate from an Australian jurisdiction.
  • Must be prepared to travel on an 'as needed' basis.
  • Thrives on team collaboration and complex problem-solving.
  • Technical excellence and well-honed advisory, negotiation and drafting skills.
  • High degree of business acumen and a strategic approach.
  • Ability to work effectively with people of all levels and disciplines within the company and external lawyers where necessary.

Total Rewards/Benefits
For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

Diverse Teams Build The Extraordinary
As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to

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