Sydney Water isseekinga committed and experiencedLegal Counsel–Commercial and Disputesto join our Legal and Compliance team. This role supports the Head of Legal and Complianceand the Senior Legal Counsel –PrincipalManagerin providing expert legal adviceand services to Sydney Water.

About the Role

You willprovideexpert legal advice and deliver solutions covering a range of legal servicesassistingwith Sydney Water’sbusiness,operationsand disputes management.You will adviseon all types of commercial agreements, commercial disputesandSydney Water's rights and obligations under relevant legislation,work witha diverse range of third partiesand support the business on abroadrange of legal,commercialand operational challenges.

Key Responsibilities

- Providetimelyand high-quality legal adviceandassistanceacross allareas oflaw relevant to Sydney Water.
- Advise on Sydney Water's rights and obligations under relevant legislation.
- Draft, review, negotiate and advise onall types ofcommercialagreementsto protect the interests of Sydney Water.This includes, but is not limited to, agreements of a general corporate or commercial natureand digitalagreements.
- Support theHead of Legal and Compliance, the Senior Legal Counsel – Principal Managerandoperational teamswith day-to-daycommercialandcontractlawrelatedmatters.
- Advise on early intervention and dispute resolution strategies in complex, sensitive and litigious matters to minimise risk to Sydney Water and maximise outcomes of any disputeincluding managinglitigatedmattersand recovery claimsin collaboration with external legal advisers.




- Build andmaintainstrong working relationships with internaland externalstakeholders to ensure effective legal service delivery.
- Contribute to knowledge management by capturing and sharing legal insights and corporate knowledge across the Legaland Compliance team.

About You

- Tertiary qualification in law is essential.
- Demonstrated legal experience in the relevant area of law.
- UnrestrictedNSWpractising certificate(or eligibilityto hold an unrestricted practising certificate).
- 5+ years’ post-admission experience, ideally gained in both private practice and in-house, with training at a mid or top-tier law firm.
- Strong capability in contract drafting, review, negotiations and providing high-quality legal advice.
- Strong capability in dispute resolution and litigation management.
- Proven ability to identify and assess commercial and legal risks effectively.
- Robust research, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with sound commercial judgment in complex legal matters.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Closing date: 11.59pm AEST on Friday 9th October

Please note as part of the application process, you will be asked to undergo background checks which includes a criminal history check and a medical assessment either online or in person.





You must be anAustralian CitizenorPermanent Residentat the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role.

As part of the application process, Sydney Water will be collecting your personal information to assess your suitability for the role. Your personal information may also be used to establish a Dayforce talent profile. Your personal information will be collected in accordance with Dayforce’sTerms and Privacy Policy and Sydney Water’s Privacy Collection Statement– recruitment.

- Competitive Remuneration: We’ll ensure that your skills and contributions are valued and rewarded appropriately.
- Hybrid Work Environment: We offer a hybrid work model that balances remote work and office collaboration, supporting our team's productivity and well-being.
- Continuous Professional Growth: We will invest in your career with leadership and development programs to propel your success.
- 24/7 Wellbeing Support: Access for you and your family to free and confidential mental health and general health support through our EAP portal.
- Discounted Private Health Insurance: Unlock affordable access to top-tier health coverage with our discounted insurance plans.
- Family First: Prioritise your family with up to 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and a childcare allowance.
- Fitness Passport: Achieve your physical fitness goals using our Fitness Passport, granting you access to a multitude of gyms and pools across NSW.
- Novated Leasing: Get in the driver's seat of your financial future with our novated lease options.

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