Job Opportunities in Australia


September 17, 2024

EY

Sydney


Legal Counsel, Contracts | General Counsel Office


In your career, will you tick all the right boxes or think outside them?


At EY we believe that whoever you are, your uniqueness helps us stand apart.
We bring together extraordinary people, like you, to build a better working world.


What’s in it for you?

As our Legal Counsel with strong contracts experience, you’ll provide commercial contracting advice to support EY’s growing business.
  • Work closely with EY’s professionals and pursuits teams to negotiate and manage a wide variety of high value pursuits and agreements, including large scale transformation projects
  • Collaborate with our colleagues locally and globally on issues relating to complex global contracting initiatives and projects
  • Form part of the globally integrated GCO function, serving as trusted advisors to the EY community through the delivery of proactive, commercial legal advice


What we’re looking for

Here’s our ‘wish list’ but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your strengths, what you want to learn, and how far you want to go.
  • A legal unrestricted practising certificate for an Australian jurisdiction
  • At least 6 years’ post admission experience gained in a top or leading mid-tier firm and/or reputable in-house experience
  • Highly developed written and verbal communication and negotiation skills
  • Demonstrated experience across senior stakeholder management with an ability to influence and develop collaborative working relationships with a range of stakeholder groups in a complex and dynamic environment.


What we can offer you

  • Explore how a career at EY is yours to build at www.ey.com/au/careerdevelopment
  • Discover how, when and where you can work at www.ey.com/au/flexibility
  • Learn about our commitment to DE&I at www.ey.com/au/diversity-inclusiveness
  • Discover the various ways our benefits can cater to your needs, across wellness, financial wellbeing, and family-friendly policies which include 26 weeks gender neutral paid parental leave at www.ey.com/au/benefits
  • We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.


Acknowledgement of Country

EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation at www.ey.com/au/reconciliation


Apply now… we’re over 9,000 perspectives in Australia and we’re ready to welcome yours.



Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work and how we live our values. We hold a collective commitment to continue to drive an environment where all differences are valued, practices are equitable, and everyone experiences a sense of belonging— where people are inspired to team and lead inclusively in their interactions every day. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at contactrecruitment@au.ey.com or +61 3 8650 7788 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.


The exceptional EY experience. It’s yours to build.



EY | Building a better working world

Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider.

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