ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.
Acciona Agua is seeking an experienced and commercially astute Legal Counsel to join our dynamic legal team. This is a strategic role supporting major infrastructure projects in the water sector. You will provide expert legal guidance across a broad range of matters, with a strong focus on front-end construction law and project delivery.
We are considering applications of candidates based in either Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide or Brisbane.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strategic legal advice to senior leadership and project teams.
Draft, review, and negotiate complex legal documents aligned with policy and commercial objectives.
Conduct targeted legal research and analysis to support business decisions.
Engage with domestic and international stakeholders to identify and manage legal and commercial risks.
Lead and support negotiations, including selecting and managing external legal counsel.
Ensure compliance with corporate governance and approval processes.
Required Skills and Competencies
Key Capabilities
Minimum 5 years post-qualified experience (PQE) in legal practice.
Strong expertise in front-end construction law, including contracts, procurement, and project delivery.
Experience managing legal aspects of major infrastructure projects.
Skilled in stakeholder engagement and strategic legal advisory within complex project environments.
High level of professionalism and discretion in handling sensitive legal matters.
Ability to work independently while coordinating with external legal providers for dispute-related matters.
Qualifications
Admitted to practise law in Australia.
Demonstrated experience in construction and infrastructure law, with a focus on front-end matters.
Prior involvement in project delivery within large-scale infrastructure or utilities sectors.
Based in or willing to relocate to Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, or Adelaide.
Join Acciona Agua and contribute to shaping sustainable infrastructure and water solutions across Australia. If you're ready to take on a high-impact legal role in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, we'd love to hear from you.
ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & New Zealand.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.
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