Projects and Construction Special Counsel

7-20 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Sydney, Australia, is actively seeking a highly experienced Projects and Construction Special Counsel to assist clients, including developers, lenders, contractors, and government entities, on various front-end matters and large-scale projects. The role involves advising, drafting, liaising with clients, negotiating, and contributing to business development and marketing initiatives.

Duties

• Project Documentation: Advise and draft a comprehensive range of project documentation, including concession agreements, project deeds, EPC/construction contracts, operation and maintenance/facilities management agreements, interface agreements, consultancy agreements, supply and offtake agreements, long-term services agreements, and lenders' direct agreements.
• Client Assistance: Liaise with clients, providing support and guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Negotiations: Assist in negotiations to ensure favorable outcomes for clients.
• Business Development: Contribute to business development initiatives, fostering client relationships, and identifying growth opportunities.
• Marketing: Participate in marketing efforts to enhance the firm's presence in the projects and construction sector.

Requirements

• Experience: 8+ years of post-qualification experience in a construction or projects practice.
• Client Liaison Skills: Strong ability to liaise effectively with clients to understand and address their needs.
• Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical skills for complex legal issues in projects and construction.
• Drafting Skills: Proficiency in drafting various project-related documents.
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Academic Achievements: Outstanding academic achievements in legal education.

Education

• Legal Qualifications: Qualified lawyer with relevant legal qualifications.

Skills

• Project Expertise: In-depth knowledge of construction and project legal matters.
• Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation skills for favorable project outcomes.
• Business Development: Ability to contribute to business development initiatives.
• Marketing: Participation in marketing efforts to enhance the firm's profile.
• Client Relationship Management: Effective management of client relationships.

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