Corporate Counsel

Workplace Type: Hybrid - Remote/Onsite
Newmont Australian operations are located in Western Australia and the Northern Territory with roles in operations, projects and exploration. Regional Support is provided from our offices based in Subiaco - close to public transport and with onsite parking facilities. The world's leading gold company, we pride ourselves on our dedication to safety, environmental management, inclusion and diversity, and adding value and opportunity to our host communities. With operations on four continents, we are honoured to be named the mining industry leader by the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for the past five years and the only one listed in the S&P 500 index.
Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Legal Services team for a Corporate Counsel. In this pivotal role, you will be an integral part of the team, providing generalist legal support and services to all functions within the Australia Business Unit at Newmont.
Key Responsibilities include:

• The provision of general legal advice and support to the Australian Business Unit, including:
• providing legal advice and services (including, review, drafting and negotiation of contracts) in relation to a range of commercial matters, including procurement, marketing and land access matters;
• advising the mining operations on environmental, health and safety and other regulatory compliance matters including assisting with advice in relation to the permitting of projects;
• assisting with the management of disputes and general litigation, such as overseeing insurance claims (public liability claims), providing strategic advice on commercial disputes and working with outside counsel on complex litigation; and
• assisting with the provision of due diligence and transactional support as required by the business.
• Assist in the management of legal risk to the Australian Business Unit
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of standards and procedures relevant to the Legal Services team, including preparing and periodically reviewing standards, procedures, guidance material, legal templates and other relevant documents.
• Advise the Australian Business Unit on key legislative and policy developments which may impact operations and assist to develop mitigation strategies.

Benefits
Join a diverse team and make a tangible impact on our operations. We offer a hybrid work arrangement from our Subiaco regional Head Office.
When you join Newmont Australia, you’ll also appreciate a range of employee benefits we offer including:

• Gold Level Health Insurance for you and your immediate family
• Remuneration inclusive of an annual incentive
• Salary Continuance (Income Protection)
• Generous Parental Leave for both primary and secondary carers
• Recognition program with online rewards program with discounts for shopping, travel, and household goods.
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

About You
This role will suit an experienced lawyer with a commercial law background. Exposure to the mining industry and/or procurement practice will be highly regarded.
Complementary to your qualifications in Law will be your ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team with a high level of personal integrity and ethical standards. You will have sound analytical and problem-solving skills and an interest and aptitude in developing and diversifying your legal skills.
Applications close on 8th February 2024, with immediate shortlisting. Seize this opportunity to join our close knit team!
We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!
Our business success comes from the accomplishments and well-being of our employees and contractors. Our goal is to build a workplace culture that allows every person to thrive, participate, grow, and proudly play an active role in achieving our strategy.
Newmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, placing and promoting the best individual for each position without regard to personal characteristics such as gender, race, nationality, ethnicity, social and indigenous origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, etc.
We invite women and applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply, particularly persons of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island descent. Newmont acknowledges Aboriginal people as the first Australians and respects their unique relationship with the land and sea, their culture, spiritual tradition and stories.
More About Newmont

• Website: http://www.newmont.com
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