Senior Legal Counsel - Construction - Join a global renewable energy leader. Competitive salary, remote work, perks, career growth. Our client is a global leader in the renewable energy industry, specialising in the development, construction, and operation of wind energy projects. With a strong commitment to sustainability and innovation, our client strives to create a greener future for generations to come. The Senior Legal Counsel - Construction will play a crucial role in providing expert legal advice and support for global construction projects, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and contractual obligations. This is a front-end focused role, with a primary emphasis on project development, negotiation, and risk management. Key Responsibilities: Collaborates with project development teams to review and advise on legal aspects of project site selection, permitting, and regulatory compliance. Drafts, negotiates, and finalises engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contracts, ensuring alignment with project objectives and risk allocation strategies. Provides legal support for pre-construction activities, including land acquisition, zoning approvals, and environmental assessments. Advises on the structuring and negotiation of project financing arrangements. Conducts legal due diligence on project development opportunities, identifying and addressing legal risks and issues that may impact construction timelines or costs. Develops and implements standardised contract templates and processes to streamline the negotiation and execution of construction agreements. Liaises with external counsel and consultants to obtain specialised legal advice on construction-related matters, such as design defects, construction delays, and change orders. Participates in project risk workshops and assists in the development of risk mitigation strategies, including insurance coverage and dispute resolution mechanisms. Reviews and advises on contractor qualifications, performance guarantees, and indemnification provisions to safeguard project interests. Collaborates with procurement teams to ensure compliance with supplier diversity requirements and ethical sourcing standards in construction contracts. Monitors and tracks changes in construction law and industry regulations, providing updates and training to internal stakeholders as necessary. Serves as a subject matter expert on construction contract interpretation and dispute resolution processes, including mediation, arbitration, and litigation avoidance. Assists in the resolution of construction-related claims and disputes, working closely with project managers and external stakeholders to achieve timely and cost-effective outcomes. Supports the implementation of project management systems and tools to facilitate effective communication and collaboration among project teams and contractors. Conducts post-project reviews and lessons learned sessions to identify opportunities for process improvements and risk mitigation strategies in future construction projects. Qualifications: Qualified lawyer with a minimum of 8 years of experience practicing construction law, preferably with a focus on renewable energy projects. Strong expertise in drafting and negotiating construction contracts, with a deep understanding of industry standards and best practices. Proven track record of providing strategic legal advice and support to construction teams, including risk assessment and mitigation strategies. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment. Experience working on international projects and familiarity with applicable laws and regulations in multiple jurisdictions is highly desirable. Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Benefits: Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including performance bonuses Flexible working arrangements, including remote working options and executive-level perks Access to exclusive executive development programs and leadership training Opportunities for international travel and networking with industry leaders Health and wellness benefits. Dynamic and collaborative work environment, with opportunities to lead and influence strategic initiatives Recognition and rewards programs to celebrate achievements and contributions Access to cutting-edge technology and resources to support professional growth and innovation _____________________________________________________________ NOTE: Please apply with a professional cover letter outlining your skills, knowledge, and experience relating to this opportunity and a current resume. _____________________________________________________________ PLEASE APPLY ONLINE by hitting the 'Apply' button. Please upload your cover letter and CV or contact: Ivan Pignataro Director D'Arcy Weil St James Building, Mezzanine 555 Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 T: 61 3 9999 7409 M: 0416 507 856 E: ivandarcyweil.com Note: Only candidates with current Australian working rights will be considered.