About Abergeldie Abergeldie is an Australian owned contractor with over 25 years' industry experience in Australia and New Zealand. We design and deliver projects in the Water, Bridges, Transport, Underground, Energy and Remediation industry sectors. Projects include dams, bridges, tunnels, water and wastewater treatment process facilities, rail infrastructure, mining infrastructure, electrical substations, marine works and pipeline rehabilitation: the complex infrastructure needed to build better communities. About the role This is an exciting opportunity for a talented and experienced in-house lawyer to join our legalteam. Reporting to our General Counsel you will have the opportunity to work across all aspects of the business and get exposure to whole of business operations. Day to day you will use your legal and commercial experience to; Assist in procurement for subcontractors, suppliers and consultants. Review client contracts and evaluate and manage risk and assist estimators with tender submissions. Draft, settle, amend and advise on a range of corporate and commercial contracts. Provide advice on joint venture agreements and other key contracts. Provide advice to project delivery teams with respect to claims. Provide ad-hoc advice in relation to dispute matters; and Work as part of an in-house legal team to support the executive. This role can be based in either Sydney or Melbourne. Abergeldie is supportive of a hybrid flexibleworking model. What you'll bring to the team Tertiary qualifications in law and admission as a solicitor in an Australian jurisdiction (or eligibility for admission). Minimum of 5 years post qualification experience within a law firm or relevant experience within the corporate sector. Experience in relevant practice sectors such as infrastructure, construction or engineering and an awareness of accounting and financial principles. Experience with insurance and disputes highly advantageous. Understanding of security of payment legislation across various jurisdictions. An ability to work autonomously and proactively collaborate with others across the business. An ability to manage competing priorities. A strong attention to detail. A passion for commercial and, in particular, construction law. Excellent analytical, drafting and communication skills. Exceptional interpersonal skills and an ability to relate effortlessly and effectively; and Ability to show flexibility and adaptability. Why you should work with us Our people are what make Abergeldie successful, and we make sure that this is the kind of place where great people enjoy working for the long term. We have a range of employee benefits including the Abergeldie Bonus Scheme, where all eligible employees share in the benefits of the projects they have helped to deliver. When we deliver winning projects, we celebrate success together! If this sounds like you APPLY NOW or call Hayley Urriola for more information. #bestpeople #bestdelivery #bestplanning No Agency applications will be accepted for the role #J-18808-Ljbffr
