Australia's leading Tier 1 provider of genre defining real estate, they have been responsible for some of the leading developments and projects across the Country, focusing on innovative design with an eye for detail unmatched across their competitors.
About the role
The Senior Legal Counsel will manage legal functions within the Group's Real Estate division, supporting high-profile projects across acquisitions, project launches, compliance, and stakeholder management. The role requires combining legal expertise with commercial acumen to deliver strategic advice and operational alignment in a dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Legal Oversight: Provide legal advice on project structures, risk management, and compliance, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Contract Management: Draft, review, and oversee contracts (e.g., off-the-plan sales, leases, and licenses) and manage conditional contracts for construction funding.
- Project Support: Collaborate with teams on project completions, tenders, and acquisitions while mitigating risks.
- Stakeholder Management: Build strong relationships with joint venture partners, external advisors, financiers, builders, and sales teams.
- Regulatory Compliance: Manage compliance with legal standards, including HR-related policies and governance.
- Corporate Legal Support: Address legal issues related to governance, policies, and broader business operations.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualification and Australian practising certificate (or eligibility).
- Experience: Ideally 8 years post-qualification experience, specializing in real estate/property law.
- Skills:
- Strong written communication and contract management expertise.
- Commercially minded with a proactive, solution-focused approach.
- Ability to manage complex, sensitive matters with professional judgment
Exclusive to Sharp & Carter Legal- get in touch with Lee on 0450363147 or lruddy@sharpandcarter.com.au
