Senior Legal Counsel

At Freyssinet Australia, we are industry leaders in engineering and construction, specializing in remedial, civil works, and asset preservation. As part of the global VINCI Group, we’re proud to deliver innovative solutions across infrastructure, bridges, marine structures, buildings, and industrial assets.

With a reputation for excellence and innovation, we are now seeking a talented Senior Legal Counsel to join our team at our head office in Macquarie Park, Sydney. This is a unique opportunity to play a critical role in supporting complex projects while contributing to the success of a global leader in construction and engineering.

About The Role

As Senior Legal Counsel, you will:

Provide expert legal advice across all Freyssinet business units, covering areas such as contracts, compliance, employment, and dispute resolution.

Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements to ensure favorable terms and legal compliance.

Manage legal risks by identifying potential issues and developing solutions to mitigate them.

Collaborate with project and operational teams to integrate legal considerations into business decisions and strategies.

Support claims resolution and represent the company in negotiations.

Monitor and communicate changes in laws and regulations impacting our operations, delivering training as needed.

Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements to safeguard the business.

About You

To succeed in this role, you’ll bring:

A legal qualification with a minimum of 5 years of experience in an in-house role or a reputable law firm.

Expertise in contract law and construction law, with familiarity in laws affecting the construction and engineering sectors.

Strong negotiation and communication skills to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders.

Proven experience managing complex legal issues and delivering commercially focused solutions.

Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.

A proactive, problem-solving mindset and the ability to work independently or collaboratively as part of a team.

Knowledge of the construction, engineering, or related industries is highly desirable.

Pourquoi nous rejoindre ?

Why Join Freyssinet Australia?

Be part of a global leader specializing in remedial works, civil engineering, post-tensioning, and asset preservation.

Work on a diverse range of infrastructure projects across bridges, marine structures, industrial facilities, and more.

Collaborate with an innovative, supportive, and forward-thinking team.

Enjoy career progression opportunities within the broader VINCI Group.

Make an impact on projects that shape Australia’s infrastructure future.

If you are a focused, experienced and adaptable individual looking to contribute, wanting a change or career progress within engineering and construction, and you want to work for a stable established company, apply today to be part of Freyssinet Australia’s journey toward building a sustainable future.

We encourage you to submit your application by either Applying through this platform or sending an updated resume to Rachel at [email protected]

Promoting Diversity and Inclusion at Freyssinet!

At Freyssinet, we value diversity and inclusion. We know and have seen demonstrated that diverse perspectives and contributions enhance the engineering work we do for our clients.

We wish to recruit top talent based on the relevance of their skill set, motivation and fit with our values and culture.

Applicants from all demographic groups are therefore encouraged to apply. Recruitment decisions will be made on merit.