Corporate Counsel - Commercial

Corporate Counsel, Commercial

• Work with a global team in a collaborative and fast paced environment on complex issues
• Be a contributor to talented and diverse team of lawyers in the Pacific Region
• Be part of a group that is safety driven and values inclusion
• Permanent role based in Brisbane, Australia

Where we’re all welcome 

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different. 

At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, the LGBTI+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds. 

We acknowledge that all people are different and believe that our differences are our strength. The diversity of skills, life experiences and perspectives within our team enhances our way of working and our ability to achieve success together.

About the role

We are looking for a Commercial Lawyer who will be part of the integrated model providing legal support for global procurement. Your role is to support these teams in the delivery of high quality, independent and timely legal advice on issues affecting the Rio Tinto businesses globally (with a primary focus on Australia and the Pacific Region).

The role will be part of the team responsible for provision of legal support across a number of categories including construction, raw materials, global indirects, utilities and biofuels. You will also support other categories as needed. The role includes supporting the Global Procurement team with implementation of contracts as well as managing contractual issues that arise, including through informal dispute resolution.

You will also contribute to the continued development of processes and documents to support the commercial legal team and global procurement and help and mentor junior lawyers.

About you

You are consistently striving for excellence and are deeply focused on bringing commercially pragmatic solutions, adding value to the business, and collaborating in your team. You will safeguard Rio Tinto’s reputation and be a trusted advisor to the business.

You will manage day-to-day commercial stakeholder relationships, so you are one who values relationships and you enjoy working with people. You have strong communication skills and a demonstrated ability to engage, influence and partner with stakeholders across all levels of the organization.

You will also demonstrate resilience, a focus on self-care and the ability to respectfully navigate sensitive discussions. You display exemplary and unquestionable personal integrity.

What you’ll bring

• Minimum 10 years’ post qualification experience as a lawyer within a large corporation or top-tier law firm (international experience would be an advantage)
• Experience working with construction contracts and/or utilities (including gas sale agreements) will be highly regarded
• Demonstrated ability to work in a global environment
• Strong commercial acumen and a solutions driven approach
• Proven practical experience in drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts
• Excellent collaboration and communication (written and oral) skills
• Effective time management and personal organisational skills
• A positive and agile mindset with a strong ability to foster change

If you are excited about the role and think you have what it takes but your experience doesn’t align 100% we still want to hear from you. 

We are committed to promoting diversity within Rio Tinto and as a special measure to we strongly encourage women to apply.

What we offer 

• Be recognised for your contribution, your thinking and your hard work, and go home knowing you’ve helped the world progress. 
• A work environment where safety is always the number one priority 
• A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto 
• Full relocation provided to Western Australia from elsewhere in Australia 
• A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive bonus 
• Comprehensive medical benefits including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family 
• Attractive share ownership plan 
• Company provided insurance cover 
• Extensive salary sacrifice & salary packaging options 
• Career development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions 
• Ongoing access to family-friendly health and medical wellbeing support 
• Leave for all of life’s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave, cultural leave) 
• To better suit different family needs, our paid parental leave approach gives all parents the option to take 18 weeks of paid leave after a new child arrives – at a time that suits them 
• Exclusive employee discounts including hotel stays, banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more, read more about the huge range of benefits here: https://bit.ly/43AQLue

Who we are 

Finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs.

Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive. 

We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win and meet opportunities. 

Where you will be working

The role will be based in our Brisbane hub but will have a global responsibility.

Creating an inclusive and diverse workforce

We are a diverse team of talented, enthusiastic individuals who foster a culture of inclusion. No matter how they may differ, our people share one thing in common. It’s a belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences, not judged by them. We all have something to contribute, and it’s this contribution that makes for a great organization and fulfilling career.

 Applications for this role will close on Friday 28 July 2023.