- Senior Projects Lawyer – Back-End Construction
- Leading Global Organisation
- In-House – Sydney

A new opportunity has arisen for a senior projects lawyer to join the legal team of a global organisation in Sydney. The role will be a key part of the legal team, supporting the commercialteam across large transport, civil and energy infrastructureprojects. A key focus will be on contractual risk management, high-value subcontracts, variation claims and SOPA compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

- Deliver real-time counsel on contract interpretation, risk allocation, and statutory compliance under the head contract
- Providing contract interpretation, risk allocation, and statutory compliance under the head contract
- Drafting, reviewing and negotiating subcontracts, consultancy agreements, and major supply contracts
- Advising on variation claims, EOTs, head contract notices, and Security of Payment Act (SOPA) payment claims




- Proactively managing operational risks early to avoid formal disputes
- Advising the business on compliance and risk management

Key Requirements:

- Ideally 6+ years gained from a leading private practice firm or in-house organisation
- Previous exposureto construction litigation ideally across large projects, with road, rail and tunnels experience being preferable
- Proven knowledge of Australian construction law, standard form contracts, and SOPA regimes
- Excellent problem solving skills with the ability to manage competing deadlines
- Strong influencing and stakeholder engagementskills,

The role offers the chance to join a team-oriented culture with clear career development, professional support and a competitive remuneration package

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📌 Senior Back-End Construction Lawyer (New South Wales)
🏢 Future You
📍 New South Wales