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An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a leading Australian National construction business as Head of Legal. The role is reporting into the into the CF&IO and is accountable for delivering strategic and operational legal advice to the business, with a focus on managing contractual, compliance and risk obligations and supporting successful commercial outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
Key Requirements:
This will be working in a supportive and flexible environment, offering a competitive remuneration package.
To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Suzie Large on 0434 294 665.
Head of Legal
- Posted 26 March 2025
- SalaryHighly Competitive Salary
- LocationNew South Wales
- Job type Permanent
- DisciplineLegal, Risk & Compliance
- ReferenceBH-16099
Job description
- Head Of Legal
- Leading National Australian Business
- Diverse Projects
- Values Led Business
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a leading Australian National construction business as Head of Legal. The role is reporting into the into the CF&IO and is accountable for delivering strategic and operational legal advice to the business, with a focus on managing contractual, compliance and risk obligations and supporting successful commercial outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leading the legal team to deliver on all legal and compliance requirements for the business
- Providing general legal advice and support to senior executives
- Providing Front-end construction advice on all projects
- Keeping all business partners updated on legal advice and legislation to operate the business
- Managing & resolving disputes through mediation or litigation
- Training the business and increasing knowledge in legal risks and liabilities
- Supervising junior lawyers and managing external law firms.
Key Requirements:
- Ideally a minimum of 12 years’ experience and a proven capability at a Senior/Leadership level
- Previous experience in the construction sector and a strong understanding of Australian construction law
- Extensive expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex construction contracts
- Proven experience with contract strategy, claims management, and dispute resolution
- Exposure in advising on regulatory compliance and risk management
- Excellent stakeholder relationship and leadership skills.
This will be working in a supportive and flexible environment, offering a competitive remuneration package.
To apply, please click the ‘Apply’ button. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Suzie Large on 0434 294 665.
