2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsThis range is provided by GWG Recruitment. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay rangeA$136.00/hr - A$146.00/hrSenior Consultant at GWG Recruitment | Accounting, Finance, Legal & Risk (and occasionally a musician)Are you a seasoned legal professional with extensive experience in large-scale commercial capital works construction projects? Do you have a passion for providing pragmatic, commercially sensible legal advice in a dynamic and highly regulated environment? We have a short-term contract role with your name on it!About the RoleWorking with the Legal and Compliance team, you will provide expert legal advice and guidance to a variety of stakeholders on a broad range of legal issues. You will be instrumental in supporting strategic objectives by advising on complex legal matters and managing a variety of construction-related legal matters, particularly on large-scale capital projects.You will work closely with the Senior Legal Counsels to manage legal aspects of construction, infrastructure, and procurement, contributing to the successful delivery of capital projects while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide strategic legal advice and support to internal stakeholders, particularly Infrastructure and Facilities Services and Strategic Procurement, in relation to capital projects.Assist in drafting, negotiating, and reviewing a wide range of construction-related contracts (e.g. GC21 & MW21 templates, Principal Design Consultancy Agreements, Project Management Agreements).Advise on government funding arrangements relevant to capital projects.Manage relationships with external legal advisers engaged for capital project support.Resolve complex legal issues, offering innovative solutions while maintaining high levels of professionalism and objectivity.Support the Legal and Compliance team with a wide range of legal tasks, ensuring our clients legal position is sound.Our Ideal CandidatePostgraduate qualifications in law.A minimum of 5 - 10 years post-qualification experience in law, ideally with in-house experience.Current NSW practicing certificate (or the ability to obtain one).Extensive experience in large-scale commercial capital works construction projects.Proven ability to interpret complex legal issues and provide advice to diverse stakeholders.Strong legal drafting skills, with an emphasis on clarity and accuracy.Demonstrated commercial acumen and negotiation skills, particularly in reviewing and negotiating construction contracts.Interested?If youd like to explore this opportunity please contact Alan Kinder at GWG Recruitment for a confidential discussion on 02 4905 0130 or alan.kinder@gwg.com.au.As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to building inclusive and respectful workplaces, strengthened by diversity and encourage applications from First Nations Peoples, all genders, those from culturally diverse backgrounds, LGBTIQA+ community and people with disability, of all ages and backgrounds. We strive to provide a barrier-free and equitable recruitment experience. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact your consultant via the phone number or email above.Seniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeContractJob functionLegalIndustriesLegal Services, Law Practice, and Construction #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Title
Senior Legal Counsel