Senior Consultant - Legal

• We are seeking a qualified legal professional to join the legal team of a global engineering and professional services firm. This role will primarily support the review, negotiation, and management of construction industry contracts across Australia.
• The ideal candidate will be highly organised, possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, and demonstrate sound independent judgment.
• An understanding of construction law and commercial contracting within the Australian market is highly desirable.
• Review a broad range of construction and consultancy contracts, subcontracts, and associated legal documents.
• Provide clear, concise advice on contractual risks and obligations, and engage with internal stakeholders to discuss and resolve issues.
• Lead and support contract negotiations with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with internal teams, clients, and external legal counsel.
• Stay informed of relevant legislative and regulatory developments affecting the construction and engineering sectors in Australia.
• Support the business in achieving commercially sound outcomes while managing legal risk.
• Qualified legal practitioner with 8-10 years’ post-qualification experience, ideally gained in a reputable law firm or in-house legal team.
• Demonstrated experience in construction law and commercial contracting, preferably within the infrastructure, engineering, or professional services sectors.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience with complex commercial agreements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• Commercially minded, with the ability to balance legal risk with business objectives.
• Self-motivated and capable of working independently, while also contributing positively to a team environment

BGV

Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification (“BGV”) check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India.

Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process — including documents uploaded — is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner”..