At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide legal support, conduct contract reviews, and deliver training on legal issues.
- Company: Join Egis, a global leader in architecture and engineering with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Flexible work options, generous parental leave, and a supportive, inclusive culture.
- Other info: Opportunities available in Melbourne, Sydney, and Newcastle for full-time and part-time applicants.
- Why this job: Shape the future of cities and infrastructure while developing your legal skills.
- Qualifications: 0-2 years PQE, experience in contract law preferred but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Egis is a leading global organisation in architecture, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services. We partner with clients to design, deliver and operate smarter infrastructure and places that respond to the world’s evolving needs. With more than 22,000 employees worldwide, we combine global capability with strong local insight. Our multidisciplinary expertise enables us to deliver innovative, practical and sustainable solutions that help build more balanced, resilient communities. At Egis, you’ll be part of a business shaping the future of cities, transport, energy and the built environment, creating lasting impact where it matters most.
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Legal Counsel / Law Clerk to join the Egis Legal, Ethics & Compliance team servicing Egis’ Australian and New Zealand projects. In this role, you will provide legal support across contract reviews, compliance and risk management while collaborating with internal and external stakeholders. This includes the review of design and construction contracts, subcontract agreements, software licensing and software as a service contracts and providing training on legal issues to the broader business. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop their skills, with a view to working on major projects, disputes, insurances and other key areas for the business.
What do we need from you
- Conduct contract reviews and negotiations to support business operations
- Provide legal operations support across compliance, risk, and regulatory matters
- Deliver ad hoc legal training to business teams
- Support senior lawyers on various legal matters
- Offer clear, solution-focused legal advice to internal and external stakeholders
- Ability to work independently and be self-motivated
Qualifications
- 0–2 years PQE.
- Experience in contract law and ability to manage contract negotiations, preferred but not necessary.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work under pressure with attention to detail and a proactive mindset.
- A resilient team player, with a can-do attitude.
- Relevant rights to live and work in Australia full-time.
This opportunity is available across our Melbourne, Sydney and Newcastle offices and open to full time and part-time applicants.
What's in it for you?
Egis is committed to creating an inclusive, creative culture that embraces diversity and flexibility. We offer generous parental leave, support flexible work practices and strive to create an environment where employees can connect, collaborate, grow and succeed. We are expanding in Australia and New Zealand and are excited for you to join our growing team.
Legal Counsel / Law Clerk in Sydney employer: Egis Group
Egis is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and inclusive work culture, making it an ideal place for a Senior Civil Engineer to thrive. With a strong focus on employee growth, we offer generous parental leave and flexible work practices, ensuring our team members can balance their professional and personal lives while contributing to impactful projects in Brisbane and beyond. Join us to be part of a dynamic team dedicated to shaping sustainable urban development and making a lasting difference in communities.
