You will have the opportunity to bring your legal knowledge to the fore in a collaborative and innovative environment focused on delivering one of the most important infrastructure projects in South East Queensland. You will be guiding a high performing team of legal and compliance professionals to aid the organisation in delivering its objectives in a timely and cost effective manner.
Cross River Rail Delivery Authority (CRRDA) have exclusively partnered with Robert Walters to assist in their search for a highly skilled and experienced General Counsel to join their team in Brisbane. This role offers the opportunity to work on a transformative rail project that will revolutionise travel across Southeast Queensland. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing expert, independent legal advice on all aspects of legislative, legal, contractual, regulatory, and administrative issues. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a project that will have a lasting impact on the region's transport infrastructure.
What you'll do: As General Counsel, your role will be pivotal in protecting the interests of the State by providing expert legal advice. You'll be working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, and other senior leaders. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include leading a team of lawyers and promoting operational effectiveness:
Leading the team in the delivery of their responsibilities including setting and supporting completion of KPIs and development plans.Leading and coordinating the provision of independent, cost-effective legal advice and services.Leading the Compliance function which has responsibility to undertake internal audits, ensuring legislatively and regulatory compliance.General legal responsibilities in the areas of land acquisition, compensation, right to information requests, dispute management, procurement and stakeholder management.Representing or overseeing representation in judicial and administrative proceedings and in negotiations with other State agencies where appropriate.Promoting and maximising operational and commercial effectiveness.Drafting, reviewing, and approving policies, procedures, regulations, bylaws, and other legal documents.Providing consultation on complex or sensitive legal issues.Providing training on various legal issues through workshops and meetings.What you bring: You will have a detailed record of demonstrated leadership, commercial judgement and proactive stakeholder management. You will bring significant experience in the procurement or delivery of major transport infrastructure projects, a strong background in formulating effective solutions and managing dispute resolution processes.
Deep expertise in the provision of legal advice in relation to the delivery of a major project including those relevant to land issues.Ability to manage, develop and inspire a team of high performing legal experts.Ability to manage multiple high-level stakeholders.What sets this organisation apart: The CRRDA is at the forefront of transforming travel across Southeast Queensland through its innovative rail project. They are committed to creating a more viable public transport option for the region, helping to ease congestion on roads and improving the commuter experience. They value collaboration, innovation and delivery, treating each other with respect and working together to achieve success. They challenge boundaries, apply and share knowledge to do better, and are committed to continuous development.
Ready to make a significant impact on Southeast Queensland's transport infrastructure? Apply now!
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