- Do interesting work that MATTERS
- ENJOY what you do
- GROW your career
We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.
Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.
About the OPPORTUNITY
Due to growth and new opportunities, we have new roles for 2x Legal Counsels to join our Maritime Australia business supporting the Hunter Class Programme based in Osborne, SA.
The roles are 12 month contracts with the possibility of permanency or extension.
We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight and accommodating work from home arrangements.
Reporting to the Senior Legal Counsel (Head of Legal for Maritime), and working in a very collaborative and supportive team, you will be responsible for the implementation of legal solutions to assist BAE Systems Australia in a fast moving complex working environment.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing timely and relevant legal support, whilst managing risk and delivering competitive customer solutions
- Negotiating and documenting contracts that are clear, concise and capable of successful delivery and, where applicable, supporting the commercial, supply chain and procurement functions in reviewing, negotiating and documenting those contracts
- Providing legal support to the facilities function, including documenting and negotiating real estate transactions such as leases and licences
- Assisting the Company manage its intellectual property rights and obligations
- Maintaining a culture of delivering the highest standards of legal, regulatory and ethical compliance
- Maintaining current knowledge of relevant legislation and regulations; preparing, reviewing and enhancing legal functional tools such as precedent documents, legal policies and training materials; supporting implementation of legal policies and processes, including anti-bribery and corruption, conflict of interest, probity, ethics and code of conduct
About YOU
- Demonstrated experience as a Lawyer/Solicitor preferably within a law firm or in-house legal department
- Tertiary qualification in law and requirements enabling admission to practice in Australia
