• Play a key role in strategic decision-making across legal and risk matters
• Work on high-impact projects in a fast-growing, purpose-driven business
• Enjoy great perks like recharge days, birthday leave, and free staycations

JOIN OUR TEAM AS SENIOR LEGAL COUNSEL AT SCAPE AUSTRALIA AND RTL CO

Scape Australia is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to provide high-level legal expertise and strategic counsel across a range of key business areas. This generalist role, with a focus on real estate, will support our dynamic projects and operations, including our purpose-built student accommodation business, Build-to-Rent (BTR) business, and expansion into the broader living sector.
As Senior Legal Counsel, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring Scape remains compliant and well-positioned to navigate legal risks, all while fostering strong relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Qualifications: A Law degree and a current Australian Practising Certificate
• Experience: Minimum 6+ years post-admission experience (ideally including 1+ years in-house) in corporate or real estate legal sector
• Preferable generalist experience: Experience across commercial contracts, corporations law, property law, construction law, intellectual property, privacy law, litigation, compliance, will be viewed favourably
• Strategic thinking: Proven ability to offer strategic legal advice on complex regulatory and business matters
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication, with an ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• Problem solving: A proactive, solution-oriented mindset and a strong sense of ownership and responsibility
• Team player: Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a broader legal and commercial team
• Prioritisation: Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
  At Scape, we honor and welcome the rich heritage and contributions of First Nations and Indigenous peoples. Our workplace embraces diversity and strives to create an inclusive environment that respects and values your culture, traditions, and perspectives. Join us in building a harmonious and empowered community where everyone’s voice is heard and celebrated

ROLE SUMMARY:

The Senior Legal Counsel will report directly to the Chief Operating Officer & General Counsel and provide expert legal guidance on complex corporate and real estate matters, with a focus on Scape’s growing portfolio in purpose-built student accommodation, BTR, and other residential sectors. This includes major corporate and real estate transactions, addressing issues across compliance, construction, disputes, debt/equity, workplace relations, and operational challenges. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional legal acumen and strategic thinking to influence decision-making at all levels of the business.