In-House Real Estate Counsel | Contracts & Development

Award Global (Global Realty); Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Award Global (Global Realty) is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to support commercial decision-making and manage legal risk in the Australian real estate sector. The role is based in Sydney, New South Wales.

Key eligibility includes NSW Practising Certificate, a law degree, and 3–5 years in-house GC experience within real estate; English fluency is required, Mandarin is highly desirable.

Qualifications

• Admitted as a Legal Practitioner in New South Wales with a current NSW Practicing Certificate.
• Tertiary qualification in Law or related discipline.
• 3-5 years of experience in an in-house Legal/General Counsel role within the real estate industry.
• Fluent in English; Mandarin proficiency highly desirable.
• Experience with off-the-plan sales, development projects, and commercial contract negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Manage major legal aspects of business activities, including contract review and negotiation.
• Provide legal advice on off-the-plan developments, project marketing agreements, and developer contracts.
• Act as the legal representative between the company, developers, purchasers, vendors, and external solicitors.
• Support property management compliance, tenancy disputes, and rent roll acquisitions.
• Draft and negotiate Contracts for Sale, Disclosure Statements, Deeds, Agency Agreements, and Lease Agreements.
• Advise on corporate governance, ASIC compliance, and regulatory obligations.
• Manage litigation, debt recovery, and dispute resolution matters.

Skills

In-house Legal Experience

Contract Negotiation

Regulatory Compliance

English Fluent

Mandarin preference

Education

Law degree

Job description

Award Global (Global Realty) is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to support commercial decision-making and manage legal risk in the Australian real estate sector. The role is based in Sydney, New South Wales.

Key eligibility includes NSW Practising Certificate, a law degree, and 3–5 years in-house GC experience within real estate; English fluency is required, Mandarin is highly desirable.