Job Description
This is a business known for pushing boundaries on some of Australia's most ambitious builds; from major transport upgrades to landmark commercial towers. Backed by a deep and growing pipeline of work, they've earned a name for pairing technical excellence with a genuinely collaborative way of working.
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About the role
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Growth across the business has opened up a newly created position for an experienced construction lawyer to join their in-house team. You will be embedded with commercial and delivery teams, shaping outcomes long before problems land on your desk.
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Your responsibilities will include
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Leading contract negotiations across a portfolio of major infrastructure and construction projects
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Shaping procurement approach and reviewing tender documentation
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Identifying and mitigating legal and commercial risk throughout the project lifecycle
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Acting as a trusted advisor to project directors and senior stakeholders
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Resolving contractual disputes and variations as they arise on-site
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Coaching and upskilling junior team members on contract law fundamentals
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Instructing and reviewing the work of external counsel
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Contributing to the modernisation of legal templates, playbooks and internal processes
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About you
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If you're looking for a highly commercial, impactful role and enjoy having a genuine input into key projects, this role might suit you.
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The successful individual will possess:
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At least 7 years PQE, ideally gained within a top-tier construction or infrastructure workplace
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A solid grounding in front-end contract work, with exposure to dispute resolution being an added bonus
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A sharp commercial instinct paired with sound legal judgement
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A calm, practical approach under pressure and someone who is solution focussed
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Confidence engaging and influencing at all levels of a business
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