Add expected salary to your profile for insights. Lead Counsel for exciting large-scale project work Collaborative and welcoming culture Fixed term 12-month contract Melbourne or Sydney location As an operator and global integrator of mobility, Transdev empowers freedom to move every day thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Locally, Transdev is the largest provider of multi-modal public transport, moving 130 million people a year across heavy rail, light rail, bus, coach, ferry, and on-demand transport over 5 locations in Australia and New Zealand (ANZ). The success of this multi-national corporate heavyweight is rooted in its long-term partnerships with businesses and public authorities and in its relentless pursuit of the safest and most innovative mobility solutions. The Legal and Commercial department is a key business function for Transdev, delivering continual value and efficiency to Transdev Australasia and its operating subsidiaries. On account of maternity cover, the legal team is seeking a senior commercial lawyer for a fixed term 12-month contract, as a key member of the legal team in Australia and New Zealand. Located in either the Melbourne or Sydney offices, the Senior Legal Counsel will report to the Chief Legal & Commercial Officer and be part of a team of supportive and high-performing lawyers working collaboratively across ANZ. In this role, the Senior Legal Counsel will work closely with the business to provide commercial and transactional but also some regulatory and governance advice on key operational objectives and enterprise projects. Key responsibilities: Providing legal advice and guidance to the Chief Executive Officer and Transdev Executive on their legal responsibilities and duties Assisting staff in identifying and managing legal issues and risks and encouraging ethical conduct Advising on legislative changes or judicial decisions affecting the business including workplace safety Assisting and advising on contractual rights and obligations in connection with business partners and clients Advising the business on acquisitions, JVs, and infrastructure projects Drafting (and negotiation) of contract documentation (including subcontracts, IT/procurement, supply, and RFT) Drafting and review of internal corporate governance policies and procedures as required Provide training sessions to the business At Transdev, you will contribute to improving the mobility of its customers and positively impact lives within local communities. Transdev is at the heart of keeping communities moving. This position will suit a lawyer with broad corporate/commercial and previous in-house experience and a minimum of 10 years' Post Qualification Experience. This is a full-time fixed term position. Competitive salary on offer. Transdev operates a hybrid working model (2:3). Please send your CV to Tara Sacks at Sacks Legal Recruitment or call Tara on for further information on this role, or for general career advice and market insights into the legal in-house, risk, compliance, or corporate governance sectors. About the recruiter Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? #J-18808-Ljbffr