Lawyer Contracts

About the role

We have a 2 year fixed term opportunity available for a Lawyer - Contracts to develop and provide advice on a range of contract types, predominantly for construction and technology contracts. This role is based in Leederville and will report to the Manager - Commercial Support.

Who are we?

When you join Water Corporation, you play an important role for the people of WA. Our services are essential for life - everyday, millions of Western Australians rely on us to deliver and manage water across our state.

If you’re driven to make a meaningful contribution, you’ve come to the right place.

Real benefits that matter.

• You’ll also get the option to work a 9-day fortnight and work from home two days per week.
• Two well-being days each year to do whatever you need to do to feel good
• Access to long service leave pro rata after 3 years of service
• Generous co-contribution superannuation up to 14%
• Purchase additional leave of up to 12 weeks or work 4 years at a reduced salary and take the fifth year off as paid leave

Discover more benefits we offer to support the unique and individual ways our employees live.

About you:

There are a few things we would like to see in your CV;

• Legal Practitioner admitted to practice in Western Australia
• Extensive experience in drafting, development, negotiation and management of contracts for goods, works and services, particularly in engineering and construction works including in developing contracts based on Standards Australia General Conditions of Contract with particular reference to AS 4000 series.
• Detailed knowledge of contract and commercial law and proficient in contract management
• Sound working knowledge of the procurement policies and procedures employed by large Corporations and business computer systems used to support the procurement function
• Demonstrated knowledge of the statutes and legal principles material to commercial activities of the State and its instrumentalities
• Considerable experience and demonstrated ability in providing comprehensive legal services and advice to a large commercial organisation

Some of the things you’ll be doing include but not limited to:

• Provides strategic direction and advice on the use and operation of relationship contracts wherever they may be required throughout the business
• Provide legal advice and opinions on contractual issues that arise either in the planning, creation, negotiation or delivery of the agreement
• Prepares all documents necessary for the creation of bids, tenders and contracts
• Resolves commercial and contractual issues arising during the assessment and evaluation process
• Prepares recommendations for acceptance of quotations and tenders, or works with others to prepare such recommendations as the circumstances may require, and obtains approval of recommendations
• Develops negotiation strategies for contracts and leads the negotiations
• Advise on contractual disputes or claims that arise, including attending negotiations and drafting the required settlement deed.
• Provide legal advice on regulatory issues, land assembly or other project related issues that may arise in the carrying out of a project 

Apply: If you are interested in the above opportunity, please submit a covering letter and resume that best demonstrates your ability to meet the requirements of the role.

As part of the recruitment process you may be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include a medical, qualification check, police clearance and Australian working rights check. 

Applications close 27 Jan 2025

We reserve the right to withdraw this ad prior to the closing date.

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace: 

Diversity and inclusion are more than words. They guide us on building a thriving workforce that reflects the diversity of our customers and our community.  

We encourage applications from every background, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, youth, LGBTQIA+ folks and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. 

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive work environment to enable people with disability to participate fully in all aspects of employment. 

Applicants with disability who require adjustments, or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, can contact a Recruitment Officer at recruitment@watercorporation.com.au or 9420 2000. 

To read our diversity and inclusion statement, please visit our website