Legal Counsel

5 months ago

Sydney, Australia CPB Contractors Full time

The Opportunity

We have an excellent opportunity for two Legal Counsels based in North Sydney, working with our Corporate Legal team on a permanent basis. These newly created roles will support our team with the delivery of expert legal services on iconic construction projects, across Australia.

Your key accountabilities will include:

  • Provide commercially relevant advice to our bid teams in the formation, review and closing of contracts for large scale projects.
  • Drafting and developing tender qualifications that address project risks.
  • Support the resolution of contractual issues that arise on projects during delivery.
  • Negotiating contract amendments with clients, joint venture partners and external lawyers.

Our Requirements

  • A minimum of 3 years PQE with a strong focus on front end construction contracts work.
  • Bachelor of Law (LLB or equivalent)
  • Qualified to practice as a solicitor in an Australian jurisdiction -  holding a current practising certificate
  • In-depth understanding of the legal aspects of construction projects.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer You

We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment in which your expertise can truly make an impact, and you’ll be supported by lawyers and construction professionals, highly experienced in their fields, to develop your capability and expertise. 

  • Competitive salary package
  • Genuine mentorship, career pathways and focus on your professional growth
  • Corporate discounts including health insurance (Medibank), travel & retail products
  • Salary continuance insurance (SCI)
  • AVA Vitality membership
  • Office based role with flexibility options
  • The chance to work on some of Australia’s most significant construction projects.

About CPB

CPB Contractors, part of CIMIC Group, is one of Australia’s leading construction companies, responsible for the delivery of many iconic projects in Australia and overseas. 

Combining the expertise and track record formerly delivered by Leighton Contractors and Thiess, we deliver projects spanning all key sectors of the construction industry, including renewable energy projects, roads, rail, tunnelling, defence and building.

Our mission is to generate sustainable returns for our shareholders by delivering projects for our clients, while providing safe, rewarding and fulfilling careers for our people. We need people who are talented, motivated and disciplined, and who have a strong work ethic that drives them to succeed.

We support diversity in the workplace. Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people with a multicultural background are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please note: This role is being sourced through CPB Contractors directly and we will not accept applications via external recruitment agencies.

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