Legal Advisor

Arup’s purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.
Based in Perth, this newly created role in our legal team focuses on providing varied legal advice to Arup’s Asia Pacific (APAC) Region, with a primary focus on front-end advice to the business in Australia, New Zealand, and South East Asia.

The Opportunity

• Provide varied legal advice to the APAC Region.
• Engage in legal training and development opportunities in the APAC Region.
• Offer front-end advice and negotiation support on key contractual risks in Arup’s consulting services engagements.
• Provide project lifecycle advice and contract management support during the delivery of services in accordance with contractual requirements (e.g., advice on variations, programme changes, and contract notices).
• Assist with claims management to the regional disputes lead lawyer.
• Offer general legal advice to the business on legislative and regulatory compliance (e.g., data privacy, anti-bribery, and corruption).
• Participate in legal team meetings and development initiatives.
• Act as a positive influence in the business to achieve sensible and commercial contract outcomes.

Is this role right for you?

• Current legal practising certificate.
• 3-4 years PQE experience.
• Knowledge of construction law and the construction industry.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  
  

What we offer you
At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair, and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all our members can belong, grow, and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities, and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling eligible members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Explore the perks of a career with Arup Australia:

• Hybrid working policy and flexible working hours.
• Paid parental leave for the primary carer of 16 weeks or 32 weeks at half pay, as well as generous unpaid leave benefits.
• Paid parental leave for the support carer of 4 weeks, plus the opportunity to access extra paid and unpaid leave if you later become the primary carer.
• Birthday leave.
• Annual leave loading.
• Ability to purchase additional leave of up to 20 days for permanent employees.
• International mobility opportunities.
• Insurances (life & income protection).
• Interest-free solar energy and bicycle loans.
• Novated car lease.
  Ovasaver including discounts, vouchers, cashback, and exclusive offers on more than 300 retailers.

Different people, shared values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity, and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at [www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup](http://www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup).

We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible to all candidates. Please let us know if you need any assistance or reasonable adjustments throughout your application or interview process, and/or to perform the essential functions of the role. We will do everything we can to support you.

Our Application Process

Please apply directly through our applicant tracking system. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by Talent Acquisition to discuss next steps. Stay safe online – Arup will never ask for your bank details as part of our recruitment process.
Not ready to apply just yet, or have a few questions? Contact Helen Pakhomov on [helen.pakhomov@arup.com.au](mailto:helen.pakhomov@arup.com.au).

Arup does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.
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