Legal Clerk

Sedgman Pty Limited is a market leader in the design, construction and operation of mineral processing plants for the global resources sector. Our specialised technical expertise, proven track record in Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Management (EPC and EPCM) delivery and our advanced commercial capabilities enable us to provide complete solutions which are valued by our clients. Sedgman Pty Ltd is a wholly owned subsidiary of CIMIC Group Limited, one of the world’s leading international contractors and the world’s largest contract miner.

Setting the standard in terms of safety, innovation, technical capability and project delivery we offer outstanding career opportunities with offices throughout Australia, Canada, Germany and across the globe. The expertise and enthusiasm of our people and professional, friendly atmosphere is paramount to our continued success.
Sedgman Pty Limited is the CIMIC Group's mineral processing company and is a leading provider of mineral processing and associated infrastructure solutions to the global resources industry. Our mission is to generate sustainable returns for our shareholders by delivering   projects   for   our   clients   while   providing   safe,   rewarding,   and   fulfilling   careers   for   our people.
To   support our   mission   we   are   currently   seeking   a   Legal   Clerk   to   join   the   legal   team   who would like to apply their studies in the real world.
What   does   this   role   involve?
The   role   provides   support   to   the   legal   team   to   ensure   that   they   can   deliver   expert   and   timely legal services to the Sedgman Group of companies.
What   are   we   looking   for   in   our   future   team   member?
Under   supervision   by   experienced   lawyers,   support   the   legal   team   in   a   variety   of   tasks relevant to running a multinational resources processing and infrastructure business, including:

- drafting   correspondence   and   memos   of   advice;

- carrying   out   legal   research,   particularly   in   relation   to   statutory   requirements   in   the countries in which Sedgman operates;

- reviewing   contracts   and   preparing   contract   risk   assessments;

- advising   on   and   drafting   contract   amendments,   particularly   in   relation   to   subcontracts; and

- assisting   in   the   resolution   of   disputes   that   may   arise   from   time   to   time.

This role   is   suited   to   a   student who   is   in   their   third   or   fourth   year   of   study,   although   second year students will be considered provided the contracts subject of their degree has been completed
Casual role   (approximately   2   –   3   days   a   week   depending   on   need).   We   are   flexible   with   study and exam commitments.
Why Sedgman?
This is an opportunity to take on a broad and influential legal role within a global business, working closely with experienced leaders and project teams on matters that directly affect commercial performance and project delivery.
Sedgman offers a competitive remuneration package, flexible working options and access to a range of employee benefits, as well as salary continuance insurance. You will also be part of a supportive, collegiate team with exposure to complex work across projects, regions and jurisdictions.
If this opportunity resonates with you, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and complete the application questions in lieu of a cover letter.
Applications   close
30 November   2026   (to   commence   role   at   the   start   of   2027