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Legal counsel - construction

Sydney
Mirvac
Construction
Posted: 28 April
Offer description

Mirvac is a brand that creates and curates better experiences. We are more than developers or builders – we are visionaries, and our ability to see the world differently drives us to be bold, embrace innovation and diversity, and lead with optimism.

As creators of positive change, we see each new project as an opportunity to leave a lasting legacy, delivering enduring value for all Australians. We focus on sustainability, innovation, and shared value, to return benefits to our customers, partners, investors, and communities.

Join us as we work towards building the imagine nation.

Our Opportunity

Mirvac is seeking a Legal Counsel – Construction to support our Construction business providing strategic, practical and commercially focused legal advice. Working closely with the General Counsel – Construction, this role plays a key part in managing legal risk across complex projects and contributing to successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

* Provide legal advice across all aspects of Mirvac's construction operations
* Draft, review and negotiate construction contracts, subcontracts and consultancy agreements
* Advise on project delivery issues, claims, disputes and contractual risk allocation
* Support compliance with Security of Payment, WHS, industrial relations and building regulation obligations
* Assist with competitive bids and commercial arrangements
* Resolve minor disputes and elevate complex matters appropriately
* Contribute to the development of legal precedents, playbooks and training
* Support risk management, governance and continuous improvement initiatives
* Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external advisers

About You

* Post‐qualification experience, ideally with exposure to construction or major projects
* Strong technical grounding in construction and commercial law
* Confident communicator able to translate complex legal issues into practical advice
* Commercially minded, proactive and solutions focused
* Comfortable working autonomously while collaborating in a high‐performing team
* Demonstrates integrity, sound judgment and a strong client‐service mindset

All of these attributes are preferred, if you think you may be the right fit for the role please still apply.

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