Lawyers - Construction and Major Projects (Brisbane)

1 week ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia MinterEllison Full time

Location: Brisbane

Contract Type: Permanent

MinterEllison is a major law firm in Australia, boasting a rich business legacy spanning nearly two centuries. Our renowned expertise in legal matters and consultancy services is complemented by a culture that is both inclusive and authentic.

Our goal is to generate enduring value for our clients, employees, and communities. This commitment is evident in our longstanding tradition of delivering top-notch service to clients, nurturing our staff, and giving back to the communities we operate in.

We place a high premium on excellence, curiosity, and collaboration. Our clients rely on us for our prompt, business-oriented approach. Our diverse client base includes government entities, private companies, and businesses of all sizes in both domestic and international markets.

This is a fantastic opportunity for construction lawyers to join a leading Chambers Band 1 team characterized by a culture of excellence. Due to the expansion of our operations, we are in search of construction lawyers with one to eight years of experience.

Joining us means you'll have the chance to learn from and work alongside the premier construction team in Queensland, engaging in cutting-edge projects and resolving disputes across various sectors such as energy, infrastructure (including the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games), property, health, transport, and resources. Our clientele includes government bodies, owners, developers, and contractors, covering the entire life cycle of major projects in Australia.

Our Team

MinterEllison stands out in the Australian legal landscape due to our comprehensive expertise in Construction, Infrastructure, and Project Finance, which enables us to handle all aspects of project work from financial arrangements to dispute resolution.

Our team of Partners are esteemed leaders in the construction industry, known for their commercial acumen and in-depth knowledge. A role within this team offers a unique opportunity to learn from the best. While based in Brisbane, you will collaborate on projects in Queensland and nationwide, working closely with other top lawyers in the national team on large-scale projects in different regions. Key mentors include leading lawyers Jonathon Williams, Michael Creedon, Sian Keast, David Pearce, Andrew Orford, and Julie Whitehead.

Our client base is diverse, seeking innovative solutions tailored to their specific project requirements, delivered by esteemed legal professionals in the field. MinterEllison is unequivocally a top-tier construction firm, recognized for consistently providing sophisticated advice to a broad array of private and public sector clients.

Some of our notable projects include Cross River Rail, Queen's Wharf, Brisbane Airport, Gold Coast Rapid Transit, Brisbane Metro, Melbourne Metro, Westgate Tunnel, Melbourne Airport Rail Link, Sydney Metro, Footscray Hospital, Toowoomba Hospital, Western Harbour Tunnel, Suburban Rail Loop.

What you need

We invite applications from construction lawyers with one to eight years of experience.

You should possess:

  • a business-minded approach
  • strong drafting skills with keen attention to detail
  • ability to thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment
  • excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • a dedication to excellence and teamwork that aligns with our values.

Why MinterEllison

We provide flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance, well-being, and sustainable work practices, along with a range of social, financial, and health benefits, including complimentary gym access - all without any service tenure requirements.

We welcome applications from individuals of all ages, abilities, cultural backgrounds, genders (including trans or gender diverse), LGBTQ+ individuals, and those with caring responsibilities. We actively encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.

How to apply

We prefer direct connections, so kindly submit your CV by clicking the 'Apply' button. We encourage applications from all candidates, even if you do not fully meet the specified criteria for the role. Submitting your application will also allow us to consider you for other potential opportunities within MinterEllison.

If you are currently part of the MinterEllison team, please use the internal careers platform accessible through myME for your application.

If you require further information, need adjustments during the recruitment process, or wish to have a confidential discussion, please reach out to us.



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