Legal Counsel - In House - Commercial Law - Property Law

About Our Client

Our client is headquartered in Sydney but operates in Asia, Europe and North America as well. They are a global corporate services leader.

Job Description

Developing and maintaining legal precedents, driving consistency and continuous improvement
Drafting, reviewing and negotiating works and consultancy contracts, service agreements and other general commercial contracts
Providing legal sign-off to facilitate documentation execution by the firm and its clients
Co-ordinating the provision of legal services and advice to the business by external legal advisors on-time, within scope and within budget
Managing disputes, drafting letters of demand, representing our clients in tribunal hearings and mediations (in conjunction with external legal counsel) and providing recommendations for resolution and settlement
Assisting with the negotiation of lease and licence documentation across retail, residential, industrial and office assets
Assisting on asset disposals and settlement requirements
Assisting with property related legal due diligence on transactions
Assisting with special projects involving the legal team

The Successful Applicant

Required:
Experience at a reputable law firm or in-house in property, commercial, litigation or another relevant practice area
Sound legal judgement combined with a strong business acumen
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
High attention to detail and a focus on results
Able to operate under pressure and tight deadlines
Critical thinker and ability to solve practical problems
High level of customer centricity
Ability to initiate and direct collaborative efforts of multiple teams throughout the organisation, including internal resources, external resources and other constituent groups as appropriate with the aim of further company goals
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Docusign
Education:
Bachelor's degree or higher in Law
NSW Practising Certificate
Preferred:
Experience in in-house legal operations

What's on Offer

Attractive package and performance bonus