Senior legal counsel

At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. Who are we looking for? We're looking for an experienced professional to fill our Senior Legal Counsel to support our South Queensland & Northern Australian Regions. This is a great 12-month fixed term opportunity. Reporting to the Assistant General Counsel – South Queensland & Northern Australia , you will work closely with business leaders to provide timely legal advice to the business and support GHD’s national legal team with a focus on complex projects. Together with your colleagues, clients and partners, you'll make an impact that is felt by all. See where your commitment could take you. Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in: Reviewing, negotiating and drafting a wide range of commercial contracts, including consultancy contracts in various contexts, such as design and construct, design only, alliancing, pure consultancy (or sub-consultancy) services, confidentiality agreements, memoranda of understanding, for major infrastructure and other projects. Supporting and providing direction on legal issues for non-legal technical staff. Working with the GHD Project and Business Leadership teams in the negotiation of contracts. Partnering with Project Directors and Project Managers to support them in the documentation, finalisation and execution of contracts. Advising the business on corporate approval procedures. Assisting in the implementation of contract risk management procedures. In addition, a key aspect of this position will see you provide advice on various general legal issues that arise from day to day in a global consulting firm. These can be in the areas of employment, privacy and contract law, intellectual property law, commercial disputes and litigation management to name a few. You will also be supporting the business with advice on legislative compliance, internal policies and some corporate governance matters. What you will bring to the team: 10+ years PQE (with an Australian Practising Certificate). Experience in contract reviews and drafting with a strong understanding of contract law. Experience in negotiating and advising on various procurement models including alliances and Design & Construct. Exposure to intellectual property law desirable. In-house experience in an engineering or construction law environment is highly desirable. If you like variety and looking for an organisation to continue your career development, this role is well worth your consideration. Interested? Apply now. GHD embraces hybrid work arrangements to create a work environment focused on well-being, flexibility and productivity where GHD people can thrive. This supports the diverse needs of our workforce while balancing the benefits of remote working with the value of face-to-face collaboration in the office. GHD is an equal opportunity employer, and we want everyone to be able to fully participate in our recruitment process. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people of all identities. About Us Come together and make a meaningful impact. We bring our people together to create something bigger and solve some of the world's most complex problems. Come and experience the power of commitment and see strategy and ideas come to life when you join GHD. Let's drive real change. Our Pledge to You At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today. See where your commitment could take you. That’s the #Power Of Commitment Who we are GHD is a global professional services company that leads through engineering, architecture, and construction expertise. We are an employee-owned company with over 11,000 diverse and skilled individuals, across more than 200 offices spanning five continents. The Power of Commitment is our brand promise. It’s what makes us different. We are bound to our stated vision and determination to address humanity’s most urgent needs: to make water, energy and urbanisation sustainable for generations to come. Job Info Job Identification 19470 Job Category Legal Posting Date 01/20/2025, 08:01 AM Apply Before 02/14/2025, 08:01 AM Locations 145 Ann Street, Brisbane, Queensland, 4000, AU #J-18808-Ljbffr