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Commercial legal counsel - 5-10 pqe

Sydney
Wolf & Williams
Compliance Director
Posted: 21 May
Offer description

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.

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 supply and services contracts across Australia and New Zealand. This role combines significant contract negotiation with hands‐on management of disputes, while also supporting broader commercial and corporate matters across the business.

Key Responsibilities

* Negotiating, drafting and reviewing complex commercial contracts, including Works Agreements, Supply Agreements, Service Agreements, NDAs, Statements of Work, and Framework Agreements.
* Managing a range of commercial disputes and issues, including labour hire, payment claims, subcontractor insolvency, bank guarantees, and insurance matters.
* Assisting with procurement agreement negotiations.
* Partnering with external counsel on regulatory compliance.
* Providing proactive legal and commercial advice to identify, manage, and mitigate contractual risks.

Ideal Candidate

* At least 5 years' post‐qualification experience in construction, procurement or corporate/commercial law.
* 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 (3 days in the office, 2 from home).
* 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 Elder at morgan@wolfwilliams.com.au or call 0415 914 803.

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