Solicitors - Construction Disputes

1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia King & Wood Mallesons Full time

Job no: 497495

Work type:
Full time - Permanent

Location:
Sydney

Categories:
Dispute Resolution

We are seeking solicitors with experience in Construction disputes to join our market-leading and dynamic Dispute Resolution team.

Our work
You will be responsible for varied, challenging and complex legal work.

In this role you will work on large scale litigation matters for an enviable range of clients across the construction, infrastructure and energy and resources industries.


About the team


Our Partners Peter Pether, Hamish Macpherson, Mathew Carr, Travis Toemoe and Peter Yeldham are known for the depth and breadth of their experience.

Frequently listed in legal publications for their expertise, you will be working with Partners whose reputations are second to none, and who will mentor and assist you to reach your full potential.
Working closely together is vital to the success of our friendly team.

We regularly work with specialists from other practice groups and use sophisticated electronic tools to assist us.

Our workload is varied and interesting, we act in most of Australia's large and complex disputes, investigations and public inquiries.

When a judgment is handed down or a settlement is achieved you have a real sense of accomplishment knowing that you were part of the team putting the case together.


You will have
- recognised construction disputes experience gained in a similar environment and enjoy working as part of a committed team
- excellent analytical, communication and research skills - to contribute to the delivery of prompt and commercially astute advice
- strong commitment to client service and well-developed relationship management ability - you will play a role in supporting and actively developing our relationships with clients
- team focus - to facilitate effective teamwork by developing strong internal relationships
- enthusiasm to be involved in business development activities - participating in industry related programs and developing strategic relationships and networks
- first rate experience of drafting documents (including writs, statement of claims, default judgments, defences, witness statements, affidavits, complaints, agreements etc).

You will be motivated, client focussed and ambitious.

Who are we?
We are Asia's top tier international law firm with deep roots in Australia spanning almost 200 years.

With 30 offices, we have over 3,000 lawyers strategically positioned on the ground in the world's growth markets and financial centres.


Why work with us?
We promote a culture based on respect, trust, inclusivity, diversity, flexibility, mastery and growth.

We seek to create a workplace where our people are proud to work and where their ambitions can be realised.

Connection with our people is a priority, we offer targeted and meaningful conversations around professional and personal development, with regular feedback and coaching.


What else we'll offer

  • Access to market leading work in your chosen specialty, and the opportunity to work with leaders in their fields
  • Flexible ways of working and various leave arrangements to balance your work and life commitments
  • Holistic wellbeing programs supporting mental and physical health, including access to a broad range of mental health resources, EAP, gym memberships, flu vaccinations, skin cancer checks and in house catered meals.
  • Mobility around our network when opportunities arise
  • Access to a large range of learning and development opportunities to help you meet your goals
  • A detailed framework to support working parents in balancing their personal and professional priorities, including 26 weeks paid parental leave open to both primary and secondary carers with no minimum service period for permanent employees
  • Corporate discounts on health and general insurance, superannuation advice and other products and services
  • Opportunities to participate in a wide range of probono and community impact programs, and inclusion networks

How to apply
King & Wood Mallesons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. Applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.

We welcome, value, support and harness the positive benefits that people's different life experiences bring, especially as they relate to gender, sexual orientation, culture, faith, disability and life stages.


If you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you must hold all visas and other approvals necessary for you to work for the firm in Australia.


Advertised: 17 Apr 2023 AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 08 May 2023 AUS Eastern Standard Time

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