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About the role
As a Legal Counsel, you will protect and maximise the commercial interests of SHAPE on construction and general commercial legal issues. This role will support projects by delivering legal advice across all stages of construction. As part of your responsibilities, you will:
* Manage relationships with external lawyers and be a trusted advisor to the business.
* Review and negotiate contracts.
* Provide legal advice and assistance to project teams, including on disputes.
* Support and educate project teams on contracts and commercial risk.
* Deliver legal training, coaching, and team induction.
* Review current systems and processes and identify areas for improvement.
Why we're a Great Place to Work
We have the ambitious vision to be 'the place where everyone wants to work'. That's why at SHAPE you'll enjoy:
* A diverse and inclusive culture, recognised by Human Synergistics and Australian Financial Review
* 5 additional paid leave days every year
* Personalised career development to fast-track your growth with regular check-ins
* An 'Individual Flexibility Plan' to match your work/life needs
* Competitive salary and profit-share potential (up to 15% of your salary)
* Health and wellbeing benefits, including mental health support, fitness activities, annual flu vaccinations, and discounted health insurance
* Personalised parental leave benefits for your growing family
* Regular social events to connect with your colleagues, subcontractors, and clients
About you
* A Law degree coupled with 4-6 years' experience working either in-house or in private practice.
* Experience and thorough and up to date knowledge of construction law (Either front or back end)
* Precise oral and written communication skills
* Strong attention to detail with a corresponding ability to simplify complex ideas.
* Ability to work autonomously
* Ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities.
* High tolerance of ambiguity and problem-solving skills.
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Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Legal
* Industries
Construction
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