Legal Counsel

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

Legal Counsel

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Organising Institution / Firm

Award Global (Global Realty)

Rolling Basis (Official)

Not Specified

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' experience in a similar in-house Legal/General Counsel role within the real estate or property industry; Fluent in English (Mandarin proficiency highly desirable); Experience with off-the-plan sales, development projects, and drafting/negotiating commercial contracts.

In-house Legal Counsel Job

Full Opportunity Brief

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

Key Eligibility Criteria

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

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• 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.

Compensation & Mode

Stipend/Salary: Not specified in the source.Employment Type: Full-time.Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.