Legal Counsel or Senior Legal Counsel (Projects) - Newcastle or Melbourne
We are transforming the way projects are delivered and are looking for people with amazing skills, relevant knowledge and a burning belief that the better way is out there ready to be discovered. You'll collaborate with clients across a broad range of construction-focused matters as part of our Projects delivery team and you'll deliver practical legal guidance.
Your Opportunity
We are transforming the way projects are delivered but we need people with amazing skills, relevant knowledge and a burning belief that the better way is out there ready to be discovered. We want individuals who aren't afraid to challenge the status quo, who embrace the tough moments and see them as opportunities to innovate and grow. If you're ready to push the boundaries, work alongside a team that shares your drive, and take on a role where you can make a real impact, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. We don't track time, or have a billable hour target, we back you to deliver. Just as our clients do.
About Source Projects
Source Projects is part of HPX Group, where finding a better path is at the heart of what we do. We don't just advise our clients we stand alongside them, learning and growing together to create lasting value for our people, clients, and community.
Our people-first culture means
PX (people experience)
drives the best CX (client experience). With values-driven leadership and the right culture, support, and systems, we empower our teams to do their best work and reimagine how things are done. It's an approach that's earned us a spot on the AFR BOSS Best Places to Work — something we're incredibly proud of.
Specifically, what are we looking for?
We want to hear from people excited to join us as
Legal Counsel
or
Senior Legal Counsel
in our
Source Projects
team. As part of our team, you'll collaborate with clients across a broad range of construction-focused matters and you'll:
Draft, review and negotiate a wide variety of construction contracts and related agreements
Provide clear, practical legal advice to construction teams, businesses or asset owners, including as an extension of their internal team
Manage the legal risk across procurement, supply chains and contract frameworks as part of our Projects delivery team
Contribute to the development of processes, systems and delivery models to allow our team and our clients to deliver more, better.
You, Your Skills And Experience
We want good humans. Good humans are people that are interested, accountable, driven to make their world a better one and want to do it with others. Where others see insurmountable obstacles, you see opportunity for growth. You know a better way exists, and you want to be part of the team that stretches to grab it. You are curiously-minded, technically brilliant, and have:
Been admitted as a lawyer and practised either inhouse or in private practice (ideally both) for more than 5 years.
Experience in construction law, project advisory, or dispute resolution – or strong commercial law experience, with a genuine passion for construction & projects.
Strong expertise drafting and negotiating contracts – ideally including construction contracts, bespoke agreements and deeds.
Experience advising contractors, subcontractors, and principals (ideally including government and private sector clients).
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex factual and contractual situations.
Excellent negotiation and communication skills, with experience engaging with senior executives, clients, and industry experts.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously.
You are already excited, but what else does our team bring to the table?
Be part of a supportive and high-performing team, with exciting clients and high-quality work.
Flexible working arrangements to help you be a good human.
Competitive remuneration, including equity opportunities through our Group's Equity plan and profit sharing arrangements.
An extra week of leave as part of our employee personal development program – because we believe in investing in you.
A fun, collaborative environment with regular social events, training days, and team retreats. We take pride in our culture
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're ready to take your career to the next level and join a forward-thinking team, we want to hear from you Click the 'Apply' button now or contact the consultant for more information.
We've created a platform for people who are ready to grow alongside us. If that sounds like you, we want to hear from you.
Accessibility and Inclusion
At HPX Group, our culture is made up of unique backgrounds and varying life experiences. We celebrate our people's differences across gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, cultural backgrounds, and family and caring arrangements.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments to complete your application, please contact us at
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Professional Services
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