Senior Legal Counsel in Brisbane

Destination Brisbane Consortium (DBC) is the owner of Queen's Wharf Brisbane, a landmark integrated resort comprising casino gaming, luxury hotels, food and beverage, retail, entertainment and public precinct assets.

Following the commencement of operations in 2024, DBC transitioned from a development-focused organisation to an asset owner, responsible for overseeing integrated resort performance delivered by the external operator, protecting investor and stakeholder value, meeting regulatory, lender and joint venture obligations, and driving the long-term commercial sustainability of the precinct.

About the Company

Destination Brisbane Consortium (DBC) is the owner of Queen's Wharf Brisbane, a landmark integrated resort comprising casino gaming, luxury hotels, food and beverage, retail, entertainment and public precinct assets.

Following the commencement of operations in 2024, DBC transitioned from a development-focused organisation to an asset owner, responsible for overseeing integrated resort performance delivered by the external operator, protecting investor and stakeholder value, meeting regulatory, lender and joint venture obligations, and driving the long-term commercial sustainability of the precinct.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly astute and commercially focused Senior Legal Counsel with a minimum of 10 years' post-admission experience (PAE) to join our dynamic and high-performing legal team.

This is a critical senior position offering the opportunity to work closely with executives, the Board and key stakeholders, while taking a leading role in complex commercial transactions, major development projects and business transformation initiatives.

Reporting to the General Counsel & Company Secretary, you will act as a trusted legal adviser to DBC, delivering strategic, practical and commercially focused advice across a diverse range of legal matters within a complex integrated resort environment.

The role is both strategic and hands-on, supporting major capital works, commercial leasing, construction and refurbishment projects, regulatory compliance, finance obligations and ongoing asset optimisation. You will work collaboratively with Development, Property, Risk & Compliance, Finance and Operations teams to manage legal risks, enable commercial outcomes and support effective business decision-making.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to one of Australia's most significant integrated resort precincts within a fast-paced, commercially driven legal team.

This is a full-time, permanent role based at our Brisbane office.

Key Responsibilities

Commercial, Leasing & Property

• Lead and manage legal matters relating to retail, hospitality, office and specialty leasing across the Queen's Wharf precinct.




• Draft, review and negotiate complex commercial agreements, agreements for lease, leases, licences, heads of agreements and associated property documentation.




• Provide strategic advice on leasing arrangements, commercial negotiations, risk allocation, contractual obligations and dispute resolution.




• Support negotiations with tenants, operators and commercial stakeholders to achieve commercially sustainable outcomes.

Construction, Development & Procurement

• Act as a senior legal adviser on major construction, capital works, refurbishment and development projects.




• Draft, review and negotiate construction, development, procurement and consultancy contracts, including EPC and design and construct agreements.




• Advise on procurement strategies, contractual risk, project variations, extensions of time, defects, warranties and completion obligations.




• Provide legal guidance on development approvals, planning obligations and interface arrangements with contractors, operators, tenants and government stakeholders.

Regulatory Compliance, Risk & Governance

• Provide strategic legal advice on regulatory and compliance matters impacting integrated resort operations, including gaming, liquor, food and beverage and property-related obligations.




• Advise on gaming legislation, regulatory licences, probity requirements and compliance obligations relevant to DBC's commercial and development activities.




• Identify, assess and mitigate legal, commercial and operational risks while ensuring alignment with corporate governance frameworks.




• Support regulatory audits, approvals, information requests and the management of compliance matters.

Board, Executive & Commercial Advisory

• Act as a trusted senior legal adviser to executives, the Board, joint venture partners and project leaders on complex commercial, strategic and operational matters.




• Prepare and review Board and Committee papers, executive briefings, legal opinions and other governance documentation.




• Provide legal support on commercial and financial arrangements, including finance facilities, incentives, securities, damages and cost recovery.




• Lead or support dispute resolution, contractual claims and litigation matters, including the effective management of external legal advisers.




• Build strong relationships across the organisation, promoting a commercially focused, solutions-oriented and risk-aware legal culture.

Skills & Experience Required

• Minimum 10 years' post-admission experience (PAE) as an admitted Australian lawyer, holding a current unrestricted Australian practising certificate.




• Demonstrated in-house legal experience within a regulated environment is essential.




• Strong expertise in commercial law, property law, commercial leasing, construction and development contracts, regulatory compliance and dispute resolution.




• Proven experience managing complex, high-value commercial transactions, contract negotiations and legal risk.




• Sound understanding of corporate governance, regulatory frameworks and compliance obligations within complex commercial environments.




• Strong commercial acumen, with the ability to provide pragmatic, solutions-focused legal advice that balances legal risk with business objectives.




• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills, with the professional credibility and gravitas to engage confidently with executives, Board members, regulators and external stakeholders.




• Highly developed analytical, problem-solving and strategic thinking capabilities, with sound judgement and attention to detail.




• A proactive, adaptable and collaborative approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced environment.




• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to a high-performing legal team.

Why Join Us?

This is an opportunity to take on an influential senior legal role within one of Australia's most prominent integrated resort and entertainment precincts.

You will work on a diverse portfolio of high-value commercial, property, construction and regulatory matters, with direct exposure to senior leadership and the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to DBC's commercial and strategic objectives.

Join a collaborative, high-performing legal team where your expertise, commercial judgement and ability to navigate complex legal challenges will play an important role in supporting the ongoing success of Queen's Wharf Brisbane.

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