Job Title: Senior Legal CounselAs an operator and global integrator of mobility, Transdev empowers freedom to move every day thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good.Locally, Transdev is the largest provider of multi-modal public transport, moving 130 million people a year across heavy rail, light rail, bus, coach, ferry, and on-demand transport over 5 locations in Australia and New Zealand (ANZ).The Legal and Commercial department is a key business function for Transdev, delivering continual value and efficiency to Transdev Australasia and its operating subsidiaries. On account of a maternity cover, the legal team is seeking a Senior Commercial Lawyer for a fixed-term 12-month contract, as a key member of the legal team in Australia and New Zealand. Located in either the Melbourne or Sydney offices, the Senior Legal Counsel will report to the Chief Legal & Commercial Officer and be part of a team of supportive and high-performing lawyers working collaboratively across ANZ.Key Responsibilities:Providing legal advice and guidance to the Chief Executive Officer and Transdev Executive on their legal responsibilities and dutiesAssisting staff in identifying and managing legal issues and risks and encouraging ethical conductAdvising on legislative changes or judicial decisions affecting the business including workplace safetyAssisting and advising on contractual rights and obligations in connection with business partners and clientsAdvising the business on acquisitions, JVs, and infrastructure projectsDrafting (and negotiation) of contract documentation (including subcontracts, IT/procurement, supply, and RFT)Drafting and reviewing internal corporate governance policies and procedures as requiredProviding training sessions to the businessThis position will suit a lawyer with broad corporate/commercial and previous in-house experience and a minimum of 10 years' Post Qualification Experience.This is a full-time fixed-term position. Competitive salary on offer. Transdev operates a hybrid working model (2:3).Please send your CV to Tara Sacks at Sacks Legal Recruitment at ****** or call Tara on 0414105*** for further information on this role, or for general career advice and market insights into the legal in-house, risk, compliance, or corporate governance sectors.
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