Inhouse - Paralegal
Robert Walters
This role plays a crucial role in supporting Corporate Counsel with the examination of tender documents and contracts. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in legal, commercial, or contract-related roles, with additional experience in construction or engineering considered a valuable asset. * if you are a solicitor wanting to consider this role, you must have atleast 1-2 years of PQE
The role sits within the contracts review team and reports to the Head of Legal Operations based out of Brisbane.
Responsibilities include:
- Conduct contract reviews according to company guidelines to minimize potential legal risks for Stantec.
- Perform legal research to support the APAC Risk Management team.
- Assist in reviewing project correspondence related to claims, and help prepare chronologies and claims reports.
To Excel in This Role, You Will Need:
- A strong eagerness to learn and a curiosity about contract clauses and their implications.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and shifting deadlines.
- Strong drafting abilities and meticulous attention to detail in reviewing and assisting with legal documents.
- Effective communication skills coupled with a positive, proactive attitude.
- Previous experience in a law firm, in-house legal role, or contract management/review role will be highly valued.
What Stantec can offer:
In addition to a competitive salary, we provide a range of benefits to support your professional growth and well-being, including:
- Flexible Working Arrangements, such as the option to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional leave, school term contracts, job sharing, and part-time employment.
- Learning and Talent Development Programs, including global initiatives, online courses, and on-the-job training.
- Opportunities for mentorship and to be mentored.
- Support for Professional Memberships.
- Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs.
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program.
Robert Walters endeavours to review all applications in a maximum of five working days. If you have not received correspondence in this timeframe please do not hesitate to contact Ketki Acharya on 04 471 9700.
