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About Inland Rail
Inland Rail Pty Ltd is delivering a 1,600km freight line that is transforming how goods are moved around Australia. When fully operational, Inland Rail will connect Melbourne to Brisbane via regional Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland. As one of the largest infrastructure projects in Australia, Inland Rail is helping to address the nation’s future freight needs and meet the demands of our growing population.
Delivering Inland Rail will help shift more goods onto rail which means safer, less congested roads and fewer emissions and a more resilient and sustainable national freight network.
About the opportunity
As Head of Legal – Commercial & Governance, you will work closely with the General Counsel and a highly collaborative in‑house legal team to support the delivery of the Inland Rail program. You will provide trusted legal and strategic advice across a broad range of matters, with a strong focus on:
Commercial and procurement agreements
Major infrastructure project delivery
Governance, compliance and risk management
Property, employment and investigation matters
Dispute management and early resolution strategies
You will partner closely with senior leaders across Inland Rail, ARTC, external counsel and key external stakeholders to support informed, commercially sound decision making.
Key responsibilities included but are not limited to:
Provide guidance on governance and compliance obligations across project agreements, policies and legislation
Identify and manage current and emerging legal risks and priorities across the program
Support assurance activities and compliance reporting to the Executive and Board
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen legal capability and service delivery
About you
You are a senior legal professional with strong commercial judgement and experience operating in complex, regulated environments. You should bring a pragmatic, solutions‑focused mindset and enjoy working closely with business leaders on high‑impact projects.
Additionally to be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate:
A current Australian practising certificate
Significant post‑admission experience in commercial, procurement, construction and/or property law
Experience providing legal advice on large‑scale infrastructure or capital projects
Strong capability in managing risk, governance and compliance obligations
Proven ability to work collaboratively with executives, internal stakeholders and external advisers
Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills
What you’ll be joining
You will join one of the largest infrastructure programs in Australia.
This project will generate thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in local investment, boosting regional economies and communities right along the alignment.
Inland Rail is proud to have over 40% female representation and we would like to see these numbers grow.
Inland Rail is an Agile working environment in our State-of-the Art office embracing flexible working conditions.
Our Organisation and Culture
The values that drive us and the work we deliver in the program incorporate Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. We welcome like-minded individuals who value our culture.
At Inland Rail, we celebrate, support, and thrive on attracting people from all horizons and walks of life for the benefit of our employees, our program, and our community. Inland Rail is proud to be an equal opportunity and an affirmative action employer. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to submit their details to us.
All employment is decided based on suitability to the role, cultural fit, merit, and business needs.
Apply Now
If this opportunity sounds like the challenge you have been looking for please apply online today.
As part of the application process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment criminal history, reference and medical checks, including drug and ******* testing. Inland Rail is a drug and alcohol-free working environment.
Applications close: 19th April 2026
Please note that applications are reviewed from point of advertising so don’t delay your application.
Date posted: April 2, 2026
Closing date: April 19, 2026
Brisbane Temporary - Full-time
About Inland Rail
Inland Rail Pty Ltd is delivering a 1,600km freight line that is transforming how goods are moved around Australia. When fully operational, Inland Rail will connect Melbourne to Brisbane via regional Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland. As one of the largest infrastructure projects in Australia, Inland Rail is helping to address the nation’s future freight needs and meet the demands of our growing population.
Delivering Inland Rail will help shift more goods onto rail which means safer, less congested roads and fewer emissions and a more resilient and sustainable national freight network.
About the opportunity
As Head of Legal – Commercial & Governance, you will work closely with the General Counsel and a highly collaborative in‑house legal team to support the delivery of the Inland Rail program. You will provide trusted legal and strategic advice across a broad range of matters, with a strong focus on:
Commercial and procurement agreements
Major infrastructure project delivery
Governance, compliance and risk management
Property, employment and investigation matters
Dispute management and early resolution strategies
You will partner closely with senior leaders across Inland Rail, ARTC, external counsel and key external stakeholders to support informed, commercially sound decision making.
Key responsibilities included but are not limited to:
Provide guidance on governance and compliance obligations across project agreements, policies and legislation
Identify and manage current and emerging legal risks and priorities across the program
Support assurance activities and compliance reporting to the Executive and Board
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen legal capability and service delivery
About you
You are a senior legal professional with strong commercial judgement and experience operating in complex, regulated environments. You should bring a pragmatic, solutions‑focused mindset and enjoy working closely with business leaders on high‑impact projects.
Additionally to be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate:
A current Australian practising certificate
Significant post‑admission experience in commercial, procurement, construction and/or property law
Experience providing legal advice on large‑scale infrastructure or capital projects
Strong capability in managing risk, governance and compliance obligations
Proven ability to work collaboratively with executives, internal stakeholders and external advisers
Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills
What you’ll be joining
You will join one of the largest infrastructure programs in Australia.
This project will generate thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in local investment, boosting regional economies and communities right along the alignment.
Inland Rail is proud to have over 40% female representation and we would like to see these numbers grow.
Inland Rail is an Agile working environment in our State-of-the Art office embracing flexible working conditions.
Our Organisation and Culture
The values that drive us and the work we deliver in the program incorporate Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. We welcome like-minded individuals who value our culture.
At Inland Rail, we celebrate, support, and thrive on attracting people from all horizons and walks of life for the benefit of our employees, our program, and our community. Inland Rail is proud to be an equal opportunity and an affirmative action employer. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to submit their details to us.
All employment is decided based on suitability to the role, cultural fit, merit, and business needs.
Apply Now
If this opportunity sounds like the challenge you have been looking for please apply online today.
As part of the application process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment criminal history, reference and medical checks, including drug and ******* testing. Inland Rail is a drug and alcohol-free working environment.
Applications close: 19th April 2026
Please note that applications are reviewed from point of advertising so don’t delay your application.
Date posted: April 2, 2026
Closing date: April 19, 2026
Brisbane Temporary - Full-time
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Head of Legal – Commercial and Governance position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Brisbane offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.
