Senior Legal Counsel – Major Infrastructure Projects

FutureYou; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

FutureYou is seeking a Legal Counsel to join a growing team advising on major infrastructure projects across transport, renewables and resources. You will report to the Legal Director and help negotiate contracts and draft precedent commercial agreements for the infrastructure market.

The role requires a proactive, commercial lawyer with strong expertise in construction law and the ability to manage multiple deadlines while liaising with international clients.

Qualifications

• 4+ years PQE from a renowned private practice or in‑house organisation.
• Experience advising on complex transactions with exposure to project delivery issues.
• In‑depth understanding of construction law and contracts.
• Experience with commercial policies and identifying key risks within contracts.

Responsibilities

• Providing strategic commercial and legal advice on major infrastructure projects across sectors including transport, renewables and resources.
• Reviewing, drafting and negotiating contracts.
• Drafting precedent suites of commercial agreements relevant to the infrastructure market.
• Providing advice on contractual dispute resolution procedures.

Skills

PQE 4+ years

Job description

FutureYou is seeking a Legal Counsel to join a growing team advising on major infrastructure projects across transport, renewables and resources. You will report to the Legal Director and help negotiate contracts and draft precedent commercial agreements for the infrastructure market.

The role requires a proactive, commercial lawyer with strong expertise in construction law and the ability to manage multiple deadlines while liaising with international clients.