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The Company
Our client is a recognised leader in the construction, projects, and infrastructure sectors, known for delivering complex, high-value developments across Australia. With a portfolio of award-winning projects and a strong track record in design and construct (D&C), alliance contracting, and public-private partnerships, they are helping to shape the future of Australia’s built environment.
They are currently playing a key role in a major city-shaping infrastructure project. It is one of the most ambitious and technically challenging developments of its kind in the country. This once-in-a-generation project, and will leave a lasting legacy for decades to come.
This represents an extraordinary opportunity to join a high-performing team on a nationally significant project. The scope, complexity, and strategic importance of the work offer rare professional exposure for those ready to make their mark in the infrastructure space.
The Role
In this role, you will report directly to the Commercial Director, supporting the project delivery team with legal and commercial matters. You will work closely with project managers, contract administrators, and external stakeholders to help navigate complex contractual frameworks and ensure successful project outcomes.
Key responsibilities include:
* Providing strategic legal and commercial advice on both upstream and downstream contracts
* Offering high-quality support and contractual leadership across a diverse and technically complex project environment
* Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to advise on material issues and facilitate external legal input where required
* Reviewing, drafting, and negotiating a wide range of project-related agreements, including subcontracts, consultancy agreements, and supplier terms
* Assisting the project team in managing legal and commercial risk while maintaining alignment with the project’s delivery objectives and commercial strategy
The Candidate
The successful candidate will be a talented construction lawyer with a minimum of 5 years’ PAE. You will have relevant construction experience at a well regarded law firm or similar in-house role. In addition, you will have:
* Experience in drafting and negotiating both upstream and downstream contracts
* An ability to understand the bigger picture and to prioritise multiple tasks arising across multiple business lines
* Quality training (either in private practice or in-house)
* An ability to provide pragmatic and timely legal advice within a complex commercial and operational setting
* Clear and persuasive written and spoken communication skills
* Negotiation and drafting skills
* Familiarity with the building, infrastructure, and engineering landscape in Australia.
To apply
To be considered for this opportunity please apply using the link.
Alternatively, for a confidential discussion please call Nathan Aron, Manager on 0419 511 439 for a confidential discussion. Alternatively, you can send your CV to us at nathan@sigmaexecutive.com.au
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Legal
* Industries
Legal Services, Construction, and Civil Engineering
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