Legal Counsel at Hassell in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia | Kablio

Role

Description

legal advice

contract drafting

risk reporting

legal research

dispute support

policy advising

Maintaining records of material agreements
Supporting project teams with legal advice on claims, disputes, and debt recovery
Conducting legal research and preparing advice on various issues both nationally and internationally
Assist with other legal matters as required
Reporting legal risks in a timely manner
Drafting, Reviewing, and Negotiating:
Advising on legal developments and their impact

Requirements

built environment

2+ years

commercial acumen

problem solving

legal certificate

communication

Ideally, some knowledge or interest in built environment projects
2+ years PQE
Demonstration of commercial acumen
Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
Holds a current Australian Legal Practice Certificate
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Benefits

Our local studios serve as primary hubs for in-person connection and collaboration, and we offer flexible and hybrid work arrangements. Hassell encourages sustainable work hours and actively supports the holistic health and well-being of our people.

We are seeking a legal counsel to provide expert legal support across the Hassell group. In this role, you will work closely with the Company Secretary / General Counsel and Senior Legal Counsel on a variety of legal matters. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience and develop your career within a supportive team.

Inter-studio transfer opportunities
16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers.
Development and training opportunities, including access to online training programs and our People Coach program.
A progressive flexible work policy that allows hybrid work, location flexibility and work pattern flexibility
Wellbeing benefits

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

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Company

Overview

Founded in 1938

Year Established

The firm was established in Adelaide by three founding partners in 1938.

Closure in 2019

Year of Adelaide Office Shutdown

The original Adelaide office closed its doors in 2019, though the firm remains active in the city through consultative presence.

Now operating studios across Australia, Asia, the UK and the US, it has grown into a truly international multidisciplinary studio.
Renowned for landmark projects like Adelaide Festival Centre and Sydney Olympic Park railway station, the firm balances bold public architecture with human-scale design.
Typical work spans from boutique retail interiors to large-scale urban planning and transport infrastructure.
Their sector reach includes aviation, commercial workplaces, health, hospitality, rail, residential, retail, roads, sport & entertainment, and vibrant public realms.
The firm benchmarks success by how people use and love the spaces—prioritizing creative, integrated design across architecture, landscape and urbanism.
It maintains a privately held, certified B Corp structure, demonstrating commitment to design excellence over rapid commercialization.

Culture + Values

We believe accountability is vital in delivering authentically on our purpose—to create a better future by designing the world’s best places, places people love.
Embedded sustainability and regenerative design in everything we do.
Active pursuit of positive change—these commitments don’t just set a benchmark—they push us to keep raising the bar, to continuously evolve, and to stay accountable.
Collaborative decision‑making: considering projects as part of wider social, natural and economic systems to build inclusive, resilient and regenerative futures.
Certified B Corp—meeting high standards of social and environmental performance, accountability and transparency.

Environment + Sustainability

100% Renewable

100% Renewable Electricity

All studios powered by renewable energy sources.

2023 Net Zero

Net Zero Carbon Since 2023

Studio operations have achieved net zero carbon emissions.

2024 B Corp

B Corp Certified

Certified as a B Corp, meeting high social and environmental standards.

12 Principles

Sustainability Framework

A comprehensive framework with 12 principles across multiple focus areas.

All building projects to be net zero carbon by 2030 through reduction of operational and embodied carbon.
Measuring and reporting on social value generation by 2023.
Zero-waste and circular design initiatives including 3D-printed recycled-plastic pavilions and modular, disassemblable buildings.

Inclusion & Diversity

Global B Corp commitment includes tackling gender equity among broader social performance standards.
First Nations reconciliation included as part of ongoing impact commitments.
Practice partner of Australian Design Review 30UNDER30 program to foster emerging design talent.
No publicly available gender‑specific statistical breakdown.

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Role

Description

legal advice

contract drafting

risk reporting

legal research

dispute support

policy advising

Maintaining records of material agreements
Supporting project teams with legal advice on claims, disputes, and debt recovery
Conducting legal research and preparing advice on various issues both nationally and internationally
Assist with other legal matters as required
Reporting legal risks in a timely manner
Drafting, Reviewing, and Negotiating:
Advising on legal developments and their impact

Requirements

built environment

2+ years

commercial acumen

problem solving

legal certificate

communication

Ideally, some knowledge or interest in built environment projects
2+ years PQE
Demonstration of commercial acumen
Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
Holds a current Australian Legal Practice Certificate
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

Benefits

Inter-studio transfer opportunities
16 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers.
Development and training opportunities, including access to online training programs and our People Coach program.
A progressive flexible work policy that allows hybrid work, location flexibility and work pattern flexibility
Wellbeing benefits

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

People also searched

Legal Counsel Jobs in Brisbane Australia

Company

Overview

Founded in 1938

Year Established

The firm was established in Adelaide by three founding partners in 1938.

Closure in 2019

Year of Adelaide Office Shutdown

The original Adelaide office closed its doors in 2019, though the firm remains active in the city through consultative presence.

Now operating studios across Australia, Asia, the UK and the US, it has grown into a truly international multidisciplinary studio.
Renowned for landmark projects like Adelaide Festival Centre and Sydney Olympic Park railway station, the firm balances bold public architecture with human-scale design.
Typical work spans from boutique retail interiors to large-scale urban planning and transport infrastructure.
Their sector reach includes aviation, commercial workplaces, health, hospitality, rail, residential, retail, roads, sport & entertainment, and vibrant public realms.
The firm benchmarks success by how people use and love the spaces—prioritizing creative, integrated design across architecture, landscape and urbanism.
It maintains a privately held, certified B Corp structure, demonstrating commitment to design excellence over rapid commercialization.

Culture + Values

We believe accountability is vital in delivering authentically on our purpose—to create a better future by designing the world’s best places, places people love.
Embedded sustainability and regenerative design in everything we do.
Active pursuit of positive change—these commitments don’t just set a benchmark—they push us to keep raising the bar, to continuously evolve, and to stay accountable.
Collaborative decision‑making: considering projects as part of wider social, natural and economic systems to build inclusive, resilient and regenerative futures.
Certified B Corp—meeting high standards of social and environmental performance, accountability and transparency.

Environment + Sustainability

100% Renewable

100% Renewable Electricity

All studios powered by renewable energy sources.

2023 Net Zero

Net Zero Carbon Since 2023

Studio operations have achieved net zero carbon emissions.

2024 B Corp

B Corp Certified

Certified as a B Corp, meeting high social and environmental standards.

12 Principles

Sustainability Framework

A comprehensive framework with 12 principles across multiple focus areas.

All building projects to be net zero carbon by 2030 through reduction of operational and embodied carbon.
Measuring and reporting on social value generation by 2023.
Zero-waste and circular design initiatives including 3D-printed recycled-plastic pavilions and modular, disassemblable buildings.

Inclusion & Diversity

Global B Corp commitment includes tackling gender equity among broader social performance standards.
First Nations reconciliation included as part of ongoing impact commitments.
Practice partner of Australian Design Review 30UNDER30 program to foster emerging design talent.
No publicly available gender‑specific statistical breakdown.

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Projects

News

Careers