Mazzei Group is a privately owned construction company based in Melbourne, delivering projects across luxury residential, social and affordable housing, SDA and remediation throughout Victoria and South Australia.As the Group continues to grow, we're looking to appoint a commercially mindedGeneral Counselto join the Executive Leadership Team and help shape the next phase of the business.This is a rare opportunity for an experienced legal professional seeking a flexible senior leadership role within a fast-growing and entrepreneurial construction group.About the Role Reporting directly to the Managing Director and partnering closely with the Executive Leadership Team and Advisory Board, the General Counsel will lead the Group's legal, governance, compliance and risk function across a diverse and evolving portfolio.Operating in a part-time capacity (2–3 days per week), this role will provide commercially focused legal support across construction delivery, corporate governance, disputes, compliance, risk management and strategic business initiatives.The position will suit someone who enjoys working closely with decision makers, influencing commercial outcomes, and building practical legal frameworks within a dynamic business environment.Key ResponsibilitiesLead all major contract drafting, negotiation and advisory matters across the GroupProvide strategic legal advice across construction, corporate, governance, employment, risk and compliance mattersOversee disputes, claims strategy and external legal counsel managementEstablish and improve legal systems, frameworks, contract governance and compliance processesSupport Board and executive governance obligations, including company secretarial responsibilitiesAdvise on joint ventures, corporate structuring, equity programs and future capital event readinessPartner with operational leaders to proactively identify and manage commercial risk across live projectsBuild internal legal capability and drive a practical, commercially focused legal cultureAbout You We're looking for an experienced senior legal professional who combines strong technical capability with commercial instinct and executive presence.You will likely bring:10+ years post-admission experienceStrong construction and infrastructure contract expertise (AS4000, AS4902, NEC, GC21 or similar)Experience within construction, property, infrastructure, development or contractor environmentsProven in-house legal leadership experienceStrong corporate/commercial law capability, including governance, JV structures and strategic transactionsThe ability to influence senior stakeholders and simplify complex legal matters into practical commercial adviceA proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the confidence to operate at executive levelWhy Join Mazzei Group?Join a growing privately owned construction and property group with a diverse project portfolioPlay a key strategic role within the Executive Leadership TeamOpportunity to build and shape the legal function for a scaling businessWork across luxury residential, social housing, SDA, remediation and commercial projectsStrong values-led culture focused on collaboration, growth and meaningful impactAt Mazzei Group, we're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.If this opportunity sounds of interest, we'd love to hear from you.#J-18808-Ljbffr