Senior Legal Counsel: Front-End Infra & Major Projects Remote

Wolf & Williams; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading salary and bonus package

Flexible working arrangements

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Wolf & Williams is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel in Melbourne to support high-value infrastructure projects. You will manage tender processes, provide strategic legal advice, and lead negotiations. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of legal experience, particularly in construction law, with strong skills in contract negotiation. A competitive salary and flexible working options are offered as part of a dynamic infrastructure environment with opportunities for career development.

Qualifications

• 7+ years post-qualification experience as a lawyer with a focus on projects and construction law.
• Proven skills in drafting and negotiating complex contracts.
• Strong commercial mindset and ability to handle high-stakes transactions.

Responsibilities

• Project manage tender processes for major infrastructure projects across APAC.
• Provide strategic legal and commercial advice to delivery teams.
• Lead negotiations with clients and subcontractors.
• Manage external legal counsel and mitigate legal risks.

Skills

Project and construction law expertise

Contract negotiation

Risk allocation management

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Wolf & Williams is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel in Melbourne to support high-value infrastructure projects. You will manage tender processes, provide strategic legal advice, and lead negotiations. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of legal experience, particularly in construction law, with strong skills in contract negotiation. A competitive salary and flexible working options are offered as part of a dynamic infrastructure environment with opportunities for career development.