Fletcher Building

Fletcher Building is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to provide legal advice and support to our Australian business units. This is an exciting opportunity to work on diverse and complex matters in a fast-paced environment.

About the Role:

As Senior Legal Counsel, you will:

• Provide pragmatic, commercially focused legal advice to support Fletcher Building’s Australian operations.
• Work independently on matters with measurable business impact, including contract negotiation, disputes, and strategic projects.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex contracts and legal documents.
• Manage legal risk and compliance, including health, safety, and environmental matters.
• Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and influence decision-making.
• Manage external legal providers and monitor legal spend within agreed budgets.

About you:

• Qualified lawyer with an Australian practising certificate (or eligibility to hold one).
• 7–10 years’ experience in commercial law, with strong competition and consumer law expertise.
• Ability to provide pragmatic, commercially sound legal advice in a rapidly changing environment.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Previous in-house experience is preferred but not essential.
• A proactive, positive, and team-oriented approach.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Opportunities for career development and progression within Fletcher Building across AU and NZ.
• Access to employee discounts and wellbeing programs.
• A collaborative and inclusive culture where your ideas are valued.

At Fletcher Building, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage you to bring your whole self to work.

Applications close: 5 February 2026

Apply Now to join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.