Job Description

About Kapitol

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Kapitol is an innovation-driven construction company based in Melbourne set to outpace and disrupt the industry. As one of Australia's fastest-growing design and construct enterprises, we proudly combine a fresh approach with decades of expertise. The result is smarter, safer, more agile building solutions, coupled with a diverse portfolio including commercial, residential, education, industrial and high-tech industrial projects.

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As we continue to grow, we're seeking a commercially minded Legal Counsel to join our team and play a key role in supporting the business across major projects, strategic initiatives and commercial operations.

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About the Role

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Reporting directly to our Group General Counsel, this is an opportunity to become a trusted legal advisor to a high-performing and fast-growing construction business.

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Working closely with our Current Business, Commercial, Project and Corporate teams, you'll provide practical, commercially focused legal advice across the full project lifecycle; from tender and contract negotiation through to project delivery, claims management, dispute resolution and broader corporate matters.

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This is a hands‐on role where you'll be embedded in the business, partnering with key stakeholders to balance commercial outcomes with risk management while helping drive the continued growth of Kapitol.

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Key responsibilities

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- Review, draft and negotiate Head Contracts, Subcontracts, Consultancy Agreements, Supply Agreements, Confidentiality Agreements and other commercial arrangements
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- Support the New Business and Commercial teams on tenders, project pursuits and strategic opportunities
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- Prepare contract risk assessments, departures schedules and concise commercial advice for internal stakeholders
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- Provide legal and contractual advice throughout the project lifecycle, including variations, extensions of time, payment claims, defects and project delivery matters
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- Assist with the management and resolution of claims, disputes, adjudications and litigation
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- Advise on corporate, employment, industrial relations, leasing, property, privacy, intellectual property, insurance and regulatory matters
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- Support the development and maintenance of legal templates, precedents, policies and governance frameworks
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- Deliver practical legal guidance and training across the business
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- Brief and manage external legal advisers where required
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- Identify, manage and elevate material legal and commercial risks
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About You

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- Bachelor of Laws and admission to practise in Australia
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- Approximately 4–7 years' post‐admission experience
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- Strong experience within construction law, projects, infrastructure or a related sector
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- Experience reviewing, negotiating and advising on construction and commercial contracts
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- Exposure to project delivery, contract administration, disputes and commercial risk management
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- At least one year of in‐house legal experience is highly regarded
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- Strong drafting, negotiation and analytical skills
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- Excellent commercial judgement and the ability to translate complex legal issues into practical business advice
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- Strong stakeholder management skills with the confidence to work directly with senior leaders and project teams
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- A proactive, collaborative approach and genuine interest in being part of a growing business
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Why Kapitol

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At Kapitol, we are redefining construction through innovation, technology and an uncompromising commitment to excellence.

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- Ranked Australia's #1 builder in Hubexo's 2026 Construction League Report
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- Work directly with our Group General Counsel and gain broad exposure across complex construction, commercial and corporate matters
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- Clear career development opportunities as the legal function continues to grow
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- Opportunity to influence major projects from tender through to completion
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- Strong pipeline of technically complex, large‐scale projects with high repeat‐client revenue
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- Digital‐first and AI‐enabled organisation, with technology embedded into how we plan, build and operate
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- Strong professional growth opportunities within a fast‐growing, high‐performing organisation
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- Values‐led culture that is Supportive, Authentic, Inspirational, Driven and Customer‐Centr ucue
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📌 Legal Counsel (Victoria)
🏢 Kapitol Group
📍 Victoria