Overview
Legal Counsel – Major Projects Jobs in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia at Sigma Executive
Title: Legal Counsel – Major Projects
Company: Sigma Executive
Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
The Company
Our client is a strong player in the construction, projects, and infrastructure sectors.
Having spearheaded several award-winning projects that are widely recognised throughout the Australia. They are at the forefront of D&C, alliances, and engaging in public-private partnerships and joint ventures to achieve exceptional projects.
The Role
This role will see you reporting directly to the General Counsel. You will be responsible for offering legal support to the company. Additionally, you will:
Provide strategic advice and legal guidance on both upstream and downstream contracts
Provide high-quality commercial and legal support and contractual leadership to a growing portfolio of complex and diverse projects across all business streams
Advising or facilitating external legal advice on material business issues and/or bespoke matters
Reviewing, drafting, and/or negotiating a range of agreements
Assisting internal clients to manage legal risk while aligning with business and strategic goals and priorities
The Candidate
The successful candidate will be a talented construction lawyer with a minimum of 5 years’ PAE. You will have relevant construction experience at a well regarded law firm or similar in-house role. In addition, you will have:
Experience in drafting and negotiating both upstream and downstream contracts
An ability to understand the bigger picture and to prioritise multiple tasks arising across multiple business lines
Quality training (either in private practice or in-house)
An ability to provide pragmatic and timely legal advice within a complex commercial and operational setting
Clear and persuasive written and spoken communication skills
Negotiation and drafting skills
Familiarity with the building, infrastructure, and engineering landscape in Australia.
To apply
To be considered for this opportunity please apply using the link.
Alternatively, for a confidential discussion please call Nathan Aron, Manager on 0419 511 439 for a confidential discussion. Alternatively, you can send your CV to us at [email protected]
