General Counsel - Construction Lawyer (12+ Years Pae) - Sydney

We represent a leading Australian Construction and Development company who are responsible for shaping much of the Australian landscape.
  
Construction
  
Our client prides themselves on delivering innovative and sustainable projects across Australia. They have a strong reputation for their work on high profile and challenging projects across various sectors including commercial, government, real estate, retirement, sporting, health, tourism, education and retail.
  
Position Description
  
This role will see you taking responsibility for the full range of legal and corporate governance functions across the business. You will take on the responsibility for all construction, corporate and funds matters including:
  

• Providing strategic advice to all business areas with a particular focus on construction, real estate, and corporate;
• Advising on legislative changes across the real estate and construction industry;
• Leading high level negotiations;
• Educating and training the team in respect of legal and regulatory matters;
• managing disputes as and when they arise;
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory bodies; and
• Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders and external legal advisers.

On offer is a competitive salary, excellent culture and the opportunity to join a growing company at a pivot point in their journey.
  
Requirements
  
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 12 years post admission experience in the construction industry. You will be in a senior role within your current organisation and entirely comfortable with the prospect of dealing with the executive and running the legal function.
  
In addition to construction law, ideally you will have had exposure to property developments, property funds and corporate governance.
  
In addition, you will have:

• Excellent commercial and financial acumen;
• Outstanding persuasive communication skills; and
• A desire to work collaboratively.

Contact:
  
For further information, please contact Alex Rees on +61 411 554 *** or ****@montgomeryadvisory.com.au.
  
To take your application one step further, register your details via the 'Register Now' button on our website to be added directly onto our database. Visit www.montgomeryadvisory.com.au.
  
We are committed to fostering a truly inclusive process for all candidates who wish to apply. If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact *****@montgomeryadvisory.com.au.