We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Legal Counsel to join our team. As a key member of our legal department, you will play a critical role in supporting the delivery of major infrastructure projects at Melbourne Airport.
This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned lawyer with 5-8 years of post-admission experience to bring their expertise and passion for law to our dynamic and fast-paced environment.
The successful candidate will have a solid background in construction and commercial contracts, with experience working on large capital or infrastructure projects.
You will be responsible for providing timely and practical legal support to our capital projects teams, ensuring we continue to deliver world-class infrastructure while managing risk and delivering smart, commercially sound outcomes.
This role requires a collaborative approach to stakeholder engagement and legal problem-solving, as well as strong communication skills and the ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear guidance.
As a member of our legal team, you will work closely with internal stakeholders and external legal providers to deliver advice and documentation across a variety of legal areas.
Key Responsibilities:
* Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a range of construction and commercial contracts
* Providing commercially focused legal advice to support project delivery and minimise risk
* Managing external legal providers and supporting the defence of third-party claims and litigation
* Delivering legal updates and presentations to internal stakeholders
What You'll Bring:
* Strong experience in construction and commercial contracts, ideally gained on large capital or infrastructure projects
* A collaborative approach to stakeholder engagement and legal problem-solving
* Strong communication skills and the ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear guidance
About Us:
Melbourne Airport is proud to be one of Australia's premier transport hubs and Victoria's gateway to the world. We are committed to creating connections that matter and enhancing the traveller experience across every aspect of our organisation.
Culture and Values:
We offer a supportive environment, with values that encourage all of our employees to Be You, Think Big, Own it and Work Together.
Benefits:
* Free access to our state-of-the-art Fitness Club & Wellness Hub
* Airport car parking for business and personal use
* Hybrid flexible working arrangements
* Airport Holiday and Wellness Day
* Discounted onsite childcare
* Mental health and well-being initiatives