- Join a top-tier construction disputes team
- Work on significant infrastructure and energy projects
- Receive strong mentorship and career development opportunities
Top-tier construction disputes work, strong mentors and a market-leading team.
Your new company
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Associate to join the Construction & Infrastructure team of a rapidly growing national law firm undergoing a significant period of transformation and growth.
Your new role
You will work closely with a highly regarded Construction Partner recognised for advising contractors, developers, project owners and government-facing entities on some of Australia's most significant infrastructure and energy projects.
The team advises on complex construction disputes across:
- Major transport infrastructure projects
- Renewable energy developments
- Commercial and residential developments
- Public infrastructure programmes
- Government and contractor-side disputes
This role offers exposure to:
- Construction litigation
- International and domestic arbitration
- Security of Payment matters
- Dispute avoidance and strategic project advice
- Alternative dispute resolution
- High-value contractual disputes
The team's project portfolio includes major transport, rail, road, tunnel and renewable energy developments, providing excellent technical and commercial exposure.
What you'll need to succeed
You will ideally possess:
- 5+ years' PAE in construction law
- Admission to practice a lawyer in Australia
- Strong disputes and litigation experience
- Experience gained within a recognised boutique, mid-tier or top-tier firm
- Excellent drafting, advisory and stakeholder management skills
- A commercial and pragmatic approach to dispute resolution
- The ability to work autonomously while collaborating within a high-performing team
What you'll get in return
High-Quality Work
- Exposure to major infrastructure and renewable energy projects
- Significant disputes and strategically important matters
- Direct client access and responsibility
Career Development
- Strong mentorship from experienced partners
- Clear progression pathways
- Open-door leadership culture
- Meaningful client exposure from day one
Culture
- Highly regarded Partner
- Collaborative and down-to-earth environment
- Accessible partners and leadership
- Strong emphasis on professional development
- Team-oriented and supportive culture
Flexibility & Benefits
- Highly Competitive remuneration
- Annual salary reviews
- Flexible working arrangements (hybrid model available)
- National platform with strong growth trajectory
- Opportunity to join the business during an exciting phase of expansion
What you need to do now
If you're looking to take the next step in your construction career and work on some of Australia's most significant projects within a supportive and ambitious team, we'd love to hear from you.
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact Laura on 02080626176/laura.keegan@hays.com.au
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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