Opportunity for a high performing lawyer with 4 - 6 years PQE to join Ventia's award winning in house legal team as Legal Counsel. About Ventia: Ventia Services Group Ltd (ASX: VNT) is an ASX200 business which specialises in the long-term operation, maintenance, and management of critical public and private assets and infrastructure across a broad range of industry segments including Defence and social infrastructure, infrastructure services, telecommunications and transport. We have a diverse workforce of more than 35,000 employees and subcontractors operating in more than 400 sites across Australia and New Zealand. Whats on offer: Permanent position based in Sydney Competitive renumeration package Member of a high performing and well-respected legal team of 18 lawyers Growing company with a large project pipeline Commitment to flexible work arrangements, inclusivity and career development opportunities Diverse range of work and engage with senior members of Ventia's management and executive team Reporting into the General Counsel - Defence & Social Infrastructure, this role will provide practical, comprehensive, and commercially focused legal services and solutions to the business. This role supports an exciting breadth of projects providing services to major clients in defence, health, education, local, state and federal governments. You will enjoy a collaborative team culture, flexible work arrangements, mentoring, and personal and professional development. Our team was recently recognised as the Infrastructure, Utilities and Energy team of the year in the 2023 Lawyers Weekly Corporate Counsel awards and Ventia was recently a finalist in the 2024 Australian Financial Review BOSS Best Places to Work. Other perks include learning and development opportunities, paid parental leave, corporate discounts including health insurance, superannuation and novated leases. Key responsibilities: Reviewing a variety of legal documentation Supporting the bid team with contract reviews and negotiations Drafting special conditions for successful projects, including for subcontracts, consultancy agreements and supply agreements Negotiating consultancy and supplier agreements Identifying legal-commercial risks Contract delivery advice including claims and management of external counsel Keeping the business updated on legislation and other regulatory changes Experience and skills required: Australian citizen holding a current Australian practising certificate 4 - 6 years PQE with commercial law experience gained in a reputable law firm or in-house Proven experience in contract drafting and negotiation with a high attention to detail Excellent communication skills as well as the ability to work autonomously and contribute as part of a team Previous exposure and/or interest in the Defence industry would be well regarded What will your typical day look like? You may start the day reviewing a client contract in a request for tender and provide advice to the business on legal and commercial risks. Attend an internal meeting to review and respond to a subpoena for the production of documents and manage the response to it. Supervising legal research conducted by one of our fabulous law clerks. Advising upon and reviewing documents proposed to be produced in response to a WHS notice. Providing advice on proposed contract changes by one of our subcontractors. Working with senior internal or external lawyers in preparing a written advice on the prospects of success on a claim or pursuing a contract variation. You may end the day joining an internal call to progress one of several team initiatives including increasing the use of legal technology, innovation or sustainability. Diversity: Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities. How to apply: If you have the above qualifications, skills and experience we would love to hear from you Please click apply include your cover letter outlining your experience and your resume for this fantastic opportunity. Or for more information you can contact Kerri on kerri.goochskoutsolutions.com Job Segment: Law, Attorney, Sustainability, Claims, Legal, Energy, Insurance, Research