Senior Legal Counsel

5 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Sigma Executive Full time

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The Company

Join a well-respected national contractor at the forefront of Australia's construction and infrastructure sector.

Our client is recognised for their innovative approach, delivering major projects with a strong focus on D&C, Joint Ventures, and Alliance models. Known for their collaborative and dynamic culture, they consistently lead the way in pioneering infrastructure initiatives.

The Role

Due to a growing pipeline of high-profile projects, our client is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join their high-performing legal team in Sydney.

This role offers the opportunity to provide commercially focused legal advice across the entire lifecycle of major projects, from bid and tender stages through to development, procurement, and delivery.

As Senior Legal Counsel, you will:

  1. Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of construction contracts, including D&C, Construct Only, and Alliance agreements.
  2. Manage the legal aspects of complex, large-scale projects.
  3. Provide strategic advice on contract management, claims, and dispute avoidance.
  4. Contribute to commercial decision-making processes within the business.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a legal professional who thrives in a dynamic environment and is eager to take on greater responsibility while contributing to the success of one of Australia's leading construction companies.

The Candidate

The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of PAE (Post Admission Experience) gained from a reputable law firm or in-house role, with solid experience in front-end and project delivery legal work.

Key attributes include:

  1. Proven expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex construction and project contracts.
  2. Hands-on experience overseeing major construction and infrastructure projects, with a focus on contract strategy, claims management, and dispute resolution.
  3. Strong interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
  4. A proactive, adaptable approach, capable of managing complex challenges with confidence and professionalism.
  5. The ability to work autonomously and thrive in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and gain exposure to strategic decision-making within a leading industry player, this role could be the perfect fit.

To apply

If you're interested to hear more about the role, call Nathan Aron, Manager on 0419 511 439 for a confidential discussion. Alternatively, you can send your CV to us at

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Legal Services and Construction

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