Senior Legal Counsel advising on legal and commercial requirements for Gentrack's AU business. Collaborating on bids, contracts, and regulatory compliance in the utilities sector.
Responsibilities
Play a key advisory role in all aspects of our legal and commercial requirements for the AU business
Take a leading role working alongside other members of the sales and leadership team in all aspects of the bid response process and contract negotiation
Ensure close response and contract alignment with Gentrack methodologies and risk policies
Contribute to our strategic initiatives, ensuing alignment with Gentrack Values and Vision
Work alongside and liaise with the Business Development and Sales teams to co-ordinate the compilation of successful bid responses to tenders
Take ownership of sundry contracts such as lease agreements, NDAs, Supplier contracts, venue contracts, partnership agreements, subcontracts etc
Ownership of assigned internal compliance processes related to legal and regulatory requirements
Requirements
Ideally 5 -10 years PQE
Solid understanding of Australian contractual law, with a willingness to grow in expertise
Software vendor experience highly regarded, with utilities experience desirable
Ability to collaborate with diverse teams and provide clear, actionable legal advice to stakeholders at all levels
Excellent negotiation, drafting, and analytical skills
A proactive self-starter who can manage day-to-day tasks with a high degree of autonomy
Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, fostering trust and collaboration across teams and departments
Relevant tertiary education required, with a relevant legal qualification highly desirable.
Benefits
Personal growth – in leadership, commercial acumen and technical excellence
A competitive reward package that truly awards our top talent
Flexible work arrangements, generous parental leave, finish at 2pm Fridays and to be part of a global organization going from strength to strength
This role provides opportunities for professional development in the growing software and utilities sector, helping you expand your legal expertise in a fast-evolving market
A vibrant, culture full of people passionate about transformation and making a difference -with a one team, collaborative ethos
A chance to make a true impact on society and the planet
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