SENIOR LEGAL COUNSEL JOB DETAILS | ALSTOM

About us.
At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people.
From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry.
Every day, colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.
Could you be the Senior Legal Counsel based in our Melbourne, CBD office that we’re looking for?   Your future role.
Alstom is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join our inhouse Legal, Australia & New Zealand team based in the Melbourne, CBD office.
Reporting to the ANZ Legal Director, ANZ will be accountable for leading front-end activities and providing expertise for bids, tenders and supporting with legal issues arising with customers, partners, and subcontractors across Alstom’s portfolio of major transport and infrastructure projects.
We'll look to you for.
Preparing, reviewing and negotiating contracts and other legal documents with an acceptable level of risks.
Acting as the lead Legal Advisor for a diverse range of major infrastructure projects.
Providing expert legal advice to a broad range of stakeholders on all matters of construction and contract law.
Supporting the business in the review and submission of contracts and tender documentation.
Assisting the legal function with general legal counsel matters and corporate governance.
All about you.
Completed a Bachelor of Laws, along with a current Australian legal practicing certificate.
Sound understanding of public tenders and Public Private Partnership (PPP) agreements is desired.
Experienced Senior Legal Professional who enjoys providing legal expertise in the tender/bid phase of complex major projects.
Strong commercial acumen coupled with great interpersonal skills, communication and excellent attention to detail.
Previous experience as a Lawyer, either in-house or private practice within the infrastructure, engineering or construction sector.
Things you'll enjoy.
Join us on a life-long transformative journey - the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career.
You'll also enjoy;   18 weeks paid parental leave Free gym membership Flexible working options and additional leave days Purchase annual leave and novated leasing schemes Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning Stability, challenges and a long-term career enabling you to steer your progression in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries Benefit from a competitive package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and social coverage   Important to note.
As a global business, we're an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 70+ countries we operate in.
We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.
An agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers.
We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals.
We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability and other minority groups to apply.
We recognise that embracing flexibility & inclusivity is the smarter way of working.
Please speak with us about your individual needs or if any workplace adjustments are required.
If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please email.
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For internal applicants, please ensure you confirm your eligibility to apply with your Supervisor and relevant Human Resources representative prior to submitting an application.
As part of the application process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment reference and medical checks, including drug and alcohol testing.