At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage major infrastructure projects and provide strategic legal advice.
- Company: Leading Australian infrastructure services business with a dynamic team.
- Benefits: Market-leading salary, bonuses, flexible work arrangements, and career development.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Why this job: Join a high-impact role in a growing sector with exciting projects.
- Qualifications: 7+ years as a lawyer with expertise in projects and construction law.
The predicted salary is between 135000 - 165000 $ per year.
We are partnering with a leading Australian infrastructure services business to recruit an experienced
Senior Legal Counsel for a hands‑on role supporting high‑value projects.
You will work closely with a talented legal and commercial team to drive front‑end contracting, tender processes, and successful project delivery across energy & utilities, transport, and social infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
- Project manage tender processes for major infrastructure projects across APAC, including structuring transactions, risk reviews, and contract negotiations.
- Review and advise on complex construction contracts at tender stage (D&C, GC21, ECI, alliances, and related project agreements).
- Provide strategic commercial and legal advice to tender and delivery teams on risk allocation, delays/EOTs, termination, security, retention, scope changes, and pricing mechanisms.
- Lead post‑tender negotiations with clients, joint venture partners, and subcontractors.
- Deliver clear, pragmatic legal and commercial advice to stakeholders in construction, project delivery, and corporate teams.
- Support the M&A team on acquisitions and divestments as required.
- Manage external legal counsel efficiently and identify/mitigate legal risks throughout project development and execution.
- Contribute to regulatory compliance, including environmental and planning matters, while proactively minimising disputes.
About You
- 7+ years post‑qualification experience as a lawyer, with strong expertise in projects and construction law.
- Proven technical skills in drafting, negotiating, and advising on complex infrastructure and construction contracts.
- Strong commercial mindset, solutions‑focused approach, and ability to manage multi‑party, high‑stakes transactions.
- What’s On Offer
- Market‑leading salary and bonus package, commensurate with experience.
- Flexible working arrangements, including work‑from‑home.
- Genuine career development opportunities in a large‑scale, dynamic infrastructure business with a strong pipeline of major projects.
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Senior Legal Counsel employer: Wolf & Williams
Join a dynamic and high-performing Construction & Infrastructure team where you will work closely with esteemed Partners on a diverse range of construction disputes. Our supportive work culture fosters collaboration and innovation, providing you with direct access to leadership and a clear pathway for career advancement. Located in a vibrant area, we offer competitive benefits and a commitment to employee growth, making us an exceptional employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in the building and construction sector.
