Senior Legal Counsel (Manager) – Property Planning & Environment
About the job
Sydney Water is on the lookout for a dedicated and experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join their vibrant Legal and Compliance team. This job is all about providing expert legal advice in the areas of Property, Planning, and Environment, while also leading and mentoring team members. With a focus on collaboration and support, the team thrives on tackling diverse legal challenges and making a real impact in the community.
You'll be responsible for
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Providing legal advice
Assisting the Head of Legal and Compliance in providing timely and high-quality commercial legal advice to Sydney Water in all areas of law affecting its business and operations, with a focus on property, planning, and environment law.🗂️
Managing legal issues
Managing a range of issues across property, planning, and environment matters including compulsory acquisitions, regulatory issues, and planning approvals.👩🏫
Leading and mentoring
Leading, coaching, and mentoring Legal Counsels and other team members within the Legal and Compliance team.Key criteria
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Post admission legal experience
Extensive experience in property and planning law, ideally environmental law.View
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High-quality legal drafting skills
Demonstrated ability to prepare clear and effective legal documents.View
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Negotiation skills
Proven ability to negotiate favorable outcomes for Sydney Water.View
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