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Legal Counsel - HO


Company : Schindler Lifts


Location : Sydney, New South Wales


Created : 2025-07-13


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Update your details, view your application and progress.Apply now Job no: 492785Work type: Full timeLocation: SydneyCategories: LegalAt Schindler, we areall about our culture! We focus onsupporting our employeesto meet their full potential through careful selection andconstant developmentto make them a leader in their area. You will have the opportunity togrow and develop both personally and professionallywhilst working with a great bunch of people. We offer job stability to our employees as we focus onpromoting from withinand foresee a growth trajectory of our business in the coming years.About the role:An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Legal Counselto join ournational in-house legal team based in Mascot. Working closely with stakeholders across the business, you will be a key source of knowledge to the business providing commercially astuteadvice across all Schindlerprocesses, products, and services. You will be working with some of Australias most well-known construction & facilities management businesses such as Lend Lease, Multiplex & Brookfield in construction through to Charter Hall, AMP, Westfield, Myer, David Jones, and Target to name just a few.You will need to haveprevious experienceas a Legal Counsel, Commercial Manager / Senior Contracts Administrator in acommercial environmentthrough the full life cycle from drafting, negotiating, and reviewing commercial contracts to managing disputes. The role will see you managing acceptable commercial levels of risk within the appetite of the business and taking areal-world approach to each transaction through a commercial lens.You will be embeddedacross the business andmake a real differenceto ourcommercial outcomesand the business acumen of our employees whilst being involved in some ofAustralias most exciting projects.Whats in it for you:Highly Competitive base12% Super10% Annual BonusPotential for real growth both personally and professionallyOpportunity to access educational support, access to staff discount scheme, and social activities.You will even get a day off for your birthday!Shuttle bus from Mascot Station to the officeOnsite gymOffice location Mascot (moving to new purpose-built offices in Mascot in 2025)Onsite ParkingKey Accountabilities:Workingcollaboratively with key business partnersto achieve goals in a timely manner whilst protecting the Companys interests.Work with internal Schindler stakeholders on proposals and commercial opportunities.Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial agreements and contracts.Advise on a wide range of legal issues.Develop internal legal processes to assist operations and the company''s growth.Manage the contractual relationship between Schindler and customers.Assist with Insurance claims (public liability etc)Provide monthly reports to senior management and external partners.What we are looking for:Experience in commercial and contract administration.Construction / Facilities Management industry experience.Experience with governance and operational risk and commercial as well as legal acumen.Experience of frontend (required) and backend (highly regarded).Excellent communication skills and stakeholder management, with the ability to work across the business as a trusted advisor and business partner.Skill in risk assessment and development of risk controls and actions involved in the delivery and implementation of projects.Interest in educating sales and project management teams in legal regulatory and compliance.About Schindler:Schindler Lifts Australia is part of the Schindler Group, one of thetop elevator companiesin the world,spanning 100 countrieswith more than64,000 employees worldwide. We are one of the largest suppliers of new elevators, escalators and moving walkways inAustralia today, employing over 1,200 employeeswho design install, service and modernise urban transport systems for almost every building type. At Schindler, we differentiate ourselves with our modern technology and innovative people.How to apply:We are constantly looking forpassionate and enthusiastic peoplewith the energy and drive to build relationships and networks. At Schindler you will find a highly motivated and engaged working environment that lets yougrow as an individual and allows you to plan your career.If you are seeking anopportunity to join aGlobal Industry Leaderand believe that you possess the required skills and qualifications to succeed in this role,click onthe"APPLY"button and complete our online application form orcall James on 0419439643for a confidential discussion regarding the position.If you are an existing Schindler employee, please ensure you have discussed your application with your line manager prior to applying.We supportdiversity and inclusion in all our workplaces; women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people with a multicultural background or a disability are strongly encouraged to apply. Please note we do not accept applications from recruitment agents for any position, this includes those that are submitted directly to the company or where the recruiter has contacted a manager.Advertised: 17 Apr 2025 AUS Eastern Standard TimeApplications close:Great, we can send you jobs like this, if this is your first time signing up, please check your inbox to confirm your subscription.The email address was invalid, please check for errors.Competitive Base | 12% Super | 10% Bonus | Educational support | Staff discount scheme | Even B-day off!Competitive Base | 12% Super | 10% Bonus | Educational support | Staff discount scheme | Even B-day off! #J-18808-Ljbffr