Senior Legal Counsel, Construction & Infrastructure Projects
Wolf & Williams have partnered with a well-regarded international infrastructure business with an impressive pipeline of major Australian projects. Reporting into a highly commercial legal leader, this broad role will involve advising on project development, commercial contracts, governance and strategic business initiatives across a growing portfolio of infrastructure assets.
They are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to step into this growth role to support their growing, and well-regarded legal team working on complex, large-scale projects across Australia
About the Role
You will provide legal support across a broad range of major infrastructure, energy and development projects, including:
- Advising on construction, procurement and project-related agreements;
- Supporting project development, bids and strategic growth initiatives;
- Negotiating commercial arrangements with contractors, consultants and key stakeholders;
- Providing advice on governance, risk and day-to-day commercial matters;
- Partnering with senior leaders across legal, commercial and development teams.
This is a hands-on role offering significant autonomy, exposure to complex projects and the opportunity to contribute to the growth of a highly regarded infrastructure business.
About You
- 7+ years' PQE with experience across infrastructure, construction, projects and/or energy;
- Background from a reputable law firm, in-house legal team or a combination of both;
- Strong commercial contracting and negotiation skills, with experience supporting complex projects;
- Pragmatic, commercially focused and comfortable working closely with senior decision-makers;
- Capable of managing multiple workstreams in a dynamic and fast-moving environment;
- Looking for a broad role offering genuine responsibility and exposure to major project and business initiatives.
This will suit a strong construction/ projects lawyer who enjoys being close to the commercial drivers of large-scale infrastructure development.
Wolf & Williams is a specialist legal recruitment firm focused on both permanent and contract, interim and project lawyers.
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Senior Legal Counsel, Construction & Infrastructure Projects in Sydney 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.
