Senior Legal Counsel - Construction & Infrastructure

Core Talent; Sydney; On-site; AUD 250,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Core Talent in Sydney, NSW, is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join our client’s organisation within the infrastructure, engineering and construction sector. The role offers a permanent, full-time opportunity with a salary of AUD 250k–270k plus super and a performance bonus.

You will provide practical legal advice, support commercial decision-making and help manage legal and contractual risks across a range of projects.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction, infrastructure, engineering or commercial law.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to provide practical legal solutions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Minimum 9 years’ experience post PQE.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts.
• Provide legal advice on contractual matters, project delivery and procurement.
• Identify and manage legal and commercial risks.
• Advise on contract interpretation, variations and disputes.
• Support internal teams with contract management and negotiations.
• Liaise with external legal advisors and key stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Legal advisory

Stakeholder mgmt

Analytical skills

Construction law

Education

Legal qualification (Australia)

Job description

Core Talent in Sydney, NSW, is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join our client’s organisation within the infrastructure, engineering and construction sector. The role offers a permanent, full-time opportunity with a salary of AUD 250k–270k plus super and a performance bonus.

You will provide practical legal advice, support commercial decision-making and help manage legal and contractual risks across a range of projects.