Legal Counsel

Job Description

The SEE Way

SEE Group is a family-built company with over 35 years of experience in delivering excellence across civil construction, mining, and infrastructure. At SEE Group, we don’t just build projects—we build careers.

Be part of a down-to-earth, supportive team that values diversity and inclusion
Benefit from career growth and tailored development opportunities
Enjoy personalised rewards and recognition for your hard work
Work on impactful projects that shape communities
Collaborate with passionate people who bring a "boots & all" attitude to everything they do

The Opportunity

SEE Group has an exciting opportunity for a Legal Counsel to join our highly professional Commercial and Legal team, based at our Helensvale Head Office.

As Legal Counsel, you will work collaboratively with business units to ensure all operations of the organisation are conducted within the limits prescribed by law and that the organisation’s rights are fully protected through the provision of sound legal counsel and guidance.

Hybrid working – opportunity to work from home up to two days per week
Excellent career potential – we have doubled in size in the last two years
We are the winner of numerous corporate awards including the 2025 Gold Coast Business of the Year
Join a great team where people want to come to work – we are a Certified “Great Place to Work”

Responsibilities

Assisting with the negotiation and finalisation of legal documentation
The provision of legal advice on a broad spectrum of construction law, property law, commercial law, litigation and administrative law matters to both internal and external stakeholders
Monitoring emerging and relevant legislation that will impact the business
Develop key business relationships to be a true business partner
Monitor the provision of legal services from external counsel
Ensure the business is compliant with applicable laws and regulation

Essential Skills and Attributes

Tertiary qualification in Law
Preferably three to four years' post-admission experience or greater, ideally in commercial, construction or property law. Legal construction experience is beneficial but not required
Sound understanding of various forms of contracts and supply agreements
Awareness of the relationship between head contracts and subcontracts
Understanding of guarantees, warranties, insurances and bonds
Strong attention to detail and analytically minded
Basic negotiation, influencing abilities supported by intermediate verbal and written communication skills
Understanding and experience in application of procurement and contract management principles, concepts, practices, and standards

What’s next?

If you would like to join our team and hold full, unlimited working rights in Australia, we encourage you to submit your CV by clicking apply now.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Women and People of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island heritage are strongly encouraged to apply.

Interested to learn more about SEE Group? Visit our website at www.seegroup.com.au