Commercial Lawyer

Aequalis Consulting Pty; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Aequalis Consulting Pty seeks a Commercial Lawyer for a Sydney-based role focused on major projects in the energy and construction sectors. You will advise on diverse matters, draft and negotiate contracts, and engage with senior stakeholders to drive project delivery in a fast-paced environment.

The role offers exposure to high-value, complex projects with a flat, collaborative structure and direct access to decision-makers.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years’ post-admission experience in commercial law
• Exposure to energy, infrastructure, or construction projects is highly regarded
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
• Commercial mindset with a solutions-oriented approach

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts.
• Provide pragmatic legal advice across project, construction, and energy matters.
• Partner with senior stakeholders on strategic initiatives and project delivery.
• Support governance, compliance, and risk management functions.
• Collaborate with internal and external specialist advisors.

Skills

Negotiation

Drafting

Stakeholder engagement

Commercial awareness

Energy/Construction sector experience

Job description

Sydney | Major Projects | Global Expertise

Our client is a leading player in the Energy & Construction sector who, following significant project wins and a strong pipeline of upcoming work, is expanding their high-performing team. With deep global expertise and a proven track record delivering large-scale, complex projects alongside other Energy specialists, they offer an exciting and dynamic environment for a driven Commercial Lawyer.

The Opportunity

As a Commercial Lawyer, you will play a key role supporting the delivery of major projects and advising on high-profile matters across the business. This is a rare chance to step into a role with broad responsibilities, direct stakeholder engagement, and the opportunity to make a genuine impact in a flat and collaborative structure.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts
• Providing pragmatic legal advice across project, construction, and energy matters
• Partnering with senior stakeholders on strategic initiatives and project delivery
• Supporting governance, compliance, and risk management functions
• Working collaboratively with internal and external specialist advisors

About You

• 3–7 years’ post-admission experience in commercial law (private practice or in-house)
• Exposure to energy, infrastructure, or construction projects will be highly regarded
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
• Commercial mindset with a solutions-oriented approach

What’s on Offer

• Flat structure with direct access to decision-makers
• Broad scope of work and exposure to complex, high-value projects
• Opportunity to work with global specialists and high-profile stakeholders
• Collaborative, growth-focused environment

This role offers the chance to accelerate your career in one of Australia’s most active and exciting growth sectors.