Lead Commercial Agreements Counsel - Major Projects

Mahlab; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Competitive remuneration

Generous superannuation

Job summary

Mahlab is a leading Australian firm seeking a commercially minded lawyer to join one of its largest specialist teams. Reporting to the General Counsel, you will lead a team of lawyers handling complex agreements, governance matters and strategic legal advice on high-value resources, energy, infrastructure and commercial projects.

The role offers authentic leadership opportunities and exposure to major negotiations and transactions.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with post-admission practice in relevant fields.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Leadership experience and ability to oversee a team on complex matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of lawyers on complex agreements and governance matters.
• Provide strategic legal advice on high-value projects.
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders across resources, energy, infrastructure and commercial initiatives.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Commercial law

Post-admission experience

Education

Admitted lawyer

Job description

Mahlab is a leading Australian firm seeking a commercially minded lawyer to join one of its largest specialist teams. Reporting to the General Counsel, you will lead a team of lawyers handling complex agreements, governance matters and strategic legal advice on high-value resources, energy, infrastructure and commercial projects.

The role offers authentic leadership opportunities and exposure to major negotiations and transactions.