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Job Description - Senior Legal Counsel / Lawyer - Engineering, Construction & Infrastructure (264000)Senior Legal Counsel / Lawyer - Engineering, Construction & Infrastructure - 264000Senior Legal Counsel - In-House Construction & Infrastructure LawyerNew Energy, Power, Utilities, Transportation, Oil & Gas, Defence & TelecommunicationsAbout the roleStep into an exciting career with UGL as a Senior Legal Counsel. Were looking for a front end/projects lawyer ready to take on new challenges. The role is based out of our North Sydney head office.Why this role?Be part of our 16+ member legal team.Engage with a steady stream of impactful projects that keep you engaged.Work alongside a respected and approachable General Counsel and a supportive, collaborative team.Tackle some of the country''s largest and most complex projects.Play a crucial part in projects that positively impact Australians daily lives, such as HumeLink, Western Power, CopperString, and Tailem Bend Solar Farm .Key responsibilitiesNegotiate, draft, and finalise contracts ranging from complex engineering and infrastructure to simpler operational projects to secure UGL''s interests.Support project and contract managers on major projects by establishing and overseeing contract administration.Lead legal discussions and negotiations, and assess legal risks in tenders and contracts.What we offerFlexibility with hybrid work setups and part-time options for a better work-life balance.Benefit from 16 weeks of paid primary parental leave.Complimentary salary continuance insurance.Access to discounted Medibank health insurance.Shape your career with an Individual Development Plan.Participate in our Wellness Program with AIA Vitality.Access to our OneRewards Discount Program.With new projects, strategic acquisitions, and a strong pipeline of work for the next 3+ years, its an exciting time to join UGL and the CIMIC Group.About youYoure admitted to practice law in any Australian state or territory.Substantial experience as a qualified solicitor, specialising in front-end legal work for engineering, infrastructure, and construction projects, and operation and maintenance contracts.Strong understanding and experience of the commercial and legal requirements of the contract lifecycle.Enjoy working on a variety of matters.Feel comfortable taking initiative and working independently, aligned with your level of experience.About UsUGL is a respected of end-to-end engineering, construction, operation and maintenance services within various sectors including rail, transport, communications, oil and gas, power, renewables, resources, water and defence. We partner with some of the worlds largest blue-chip companies, government agencies, private enterprises, and public institutions. As a member of the CIMIC Group of companies, we value diversity in our teams backgrounds, ideas, work styles.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage applications from people with disabilities, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, mature aged workers and individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds.Please note that relevant screening checks will be conducted as part of the recruitment process. These may include a national criminal history check and for you to complete a pre-employment medical questionnaire.Ref: 264000Discipline: Legal CounselPrimary LocationPrimary Location: Australia-NSW-North Shore & Northern BeachesWork TypeWork Type: Full-timeNeed assistance applying or registering? See our FAQ #J-18808-Ljbffr