Allygroup is seeking a Senior Lawyer with proven experience negotiating complex contract terms to support major infrastructure and rail projects. This opportunity is offered on a 6‑month initial term, with the potential to extend, and is suited to a commercially astute lawyer looking to play a senior role supporting complex contractual frameworks for large‑scale infrastructure operations and maintenance activities.
This role supports one of Australia’s leading privately operated infrastructure organisations, with a strong presence across transport and rail operations. The organisation is known for delivering and managing complex, long‑term infrastructure assets and for its commercially focused, delivery‑driven culture.
The Opportunity
You will provide senior‑level legal support across complex rail operations and maintenance arrangements, with a strong focus on front‑end commercial contracting and negotiation. Working closely with commercial, operational and project teams, you will be actively involved in shaping contractual frameworks and supporting significant commercial negotiations for long‑term infrastructure contracts.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading negotiations on substantive commercial and risk terms
Drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex commercial and infrastructure contracts
Providing strategic legal and commercial input into large‑scale contractual arrangements
Advising on risk allocation, liability frameworks and contract structures
Engaging directly with internal stakeholders and external counterparties
About You
You are a confident, senior lawyer who is comfortable leading negotiations and working directly on complex transactions. You bring a practical mindset and the ability to balance legal risk with commercial outcomes.
You will have:
Senior Associate-level experience (or equivalent) in commercial or transactional law
Demonstrated experience with major rail operations and maintenance contracts
Strong legal and commercial drafting skills
Proven experience negotiating complex contract terms
A background supporting infrastructure, transport or asset‑based projects
Availability to commit full-time to an initial 6‑month contract, with potential to extend
Victoria‑based candidates strongly preferred
What’s on Offer
Impactful work: Contribute to nationally significant infrastructure and rail projects
Professional growth: Senior‑level secondment with meaningful responsibility
Supportive environment: Work alongside a collaborative and respected legal team
Competitive remuneration: Attractive, market‑aligned package
What You Need to Do Now
If you are a senior transactional lawyer looking to leverage your negotiation expertise in a major infrastructure environment, Allygroup would be pleased to hear from you.
To apply, click the “Apply Now” button below or send a current resume and cover letter to recruitment@allygroup.com.au expressing your interest.
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