Newcastle, Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter NSW
Corporate & Commercial Law (Legal)
Full time
About Umwelt
Umwelt Environmental and Social Consultants (Umwelt) is a workplace that 'walks the talk'!
They genuinely care about their employees and their aspirations, and they have set their own bar high in relation to workplace balance and benefits.
Umwelt have created an environment where their people feel valued, empowered, safe and focused on quality and performance.
Umwelt is a Hunter Region success story!
Established in 1993, Lake Macquarie (Teralba) is home to the organisation's corporate office and Umwelt now employ over 350 people across 9 locations.
They have grown to become a leading Australian, employee owned environmental and social consultancy delivering projects in every state and territory across the nation.
Umwelt's expertise is to work with clients to drive sustainable outcomes, with all of their work contributing to continuous improvement of ESG performance.
About the role of Legal Counsel - Contracts A dynamic opportunity awaits a skilled legal professional interested in joining Umwelt's expanding legal team to deliver quality legal support across a broad range of corporate and commercial matters.
Reporting to the Legal and Contracts Manager, you will play a pivotal role in delivering reliable, precise, and practical support to a range of professionals across the organisation.
Additional key responsibilities include: Reviewing, drafting, interpreting, and negotiating consulting agreements and related contractual documents within agreed timeframes.
Analysing all requirements and provisions in contracts, to manage risk and ensure compliance with all laws and regulations and company policies and procedures.
Contributing to contract improvement, training, compliance management and enhanced risk management.
Aligning contracts with corporate goals and objectives.
Contributing to contract negotiations and coordination of all changes in and addendums to existing contracts, ensuring key deadlines are met.
Identifying potential and coordinating improvements to existing policies and procedures and tools for the recording of information about contracts and the production of risk reports.
The ideal candidates will possess: Bachelor of Law (LL.B).
3+ years' experience in a similar role, with significant exposure as a contract and commercial specialist in a project-orientated role.
Knowledge and understanding of the Australian corporate legal, governance and contracts management landscape to support business governance and compliance processes.
An ability to drive outcomes in a fast-paced environment, with strong organisational and analytical skills.
Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to work effectively under pressure without compromising on quality.
Outstanding interpersonal skills to work with a range of stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes for Umwelt's projects and business opportunities.
This role offers a unique opportunity to be a part of a collaborative and supportive team environment within an organisation that truly believe their people are the foundation of their success.
This is evidenced by Umwelt's wellbeing initiatives such as 12 #MeDays each year, along with flexible work arrangements, opportunities to join the Employee Share Plan and a workplace culture of continuous learning and development.
To access a copy of the Success Profile Pack including a detailed position description please visit the peoplefusion website: peoplefusion.com.au/job/legal-counsel-contracts
If you are interested in taking the next step in your career with an organisation known for its awesome culture, we encourage you to apply, or phone Amanda MacGregor from peoplefusion on or Ali Kimmorley on .
Applicants are encouraged to apply early as interviews will commence imminently.
An early 2025 commencement will be supported.
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We strive to create an environment of equal opportunity regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, religion or physical ability, and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds.
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