Overview
Commercial/Disputes – Legal Counsel – 4-8 PQE Jobs in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia at Wolf & Williams
Title: Commercial/Disputes – Legal Counsel – 4-8 PQE
Company: Wolf & Williams
Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
We are partnering with a leading Australian industrial and project services business, part of a diversified ASX-listed group. With a national network, our client delivers essential equipment and end-to-end project solutions to thousands of customers across construction, infrastructure, mining & resources, engineering, and major events.
Flexible 4-day week arrangement available (0.8 FTE).
The Legal Team
Reporting to a supportive Head of Legal, you will join a close-knit legal team of five.
The Role
You will work closely with the major projects team to negotiate and manage high-value contracts across Australia and New Zealand. This role combines significant contract negotiation with hands-on management of commercial disputes, supporting broader commercial and corporate matters across the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Negotiate, draft, and review complex commercial contracts, including Works Agreements, Supply Agreements, Marketing and IP Agreements, Service Agreements, NDAs, Statements of Work, and Framework Agreements.
- Lead negotiations for high-value procurement agreements.
- Advise on BAU matters including employment, IP, Technology, Data and Privacy, and corporate governance matters.
- Project manage a broad spectrum of commercial disputes.
- Collaborate with external counsel on regulatory compliance and investigations.
- Deliver proactive legal and commercial advice to identify, manage, and mitigate contractual and commercial risks.
Ideal Candidate
- At least 4 years’ post-qualification experience
- Confident leading negotiations with strong drafting and problem-solving skills.
- Ideally a mix of private practice and in-house experience.
- Proactive, collaborative, and solutions-oriented with the ability to engage effectively with multiple stakeholders.
On Offer
- Excellent work-life balance with a hybrid model.
- Diverse, high-impact in-house role with exposure to major projects and senior stakeholders.
- Competitive salary, strong progression opportunities, and performance incentives.
- Mentoring, training, and ongoing professional development support.
Contact
For a confidential discussion, please contact Morgan at [email protected] or call 0415 914 803.
