Senior Associate

The Opportunity

Are you tired of the bureaucracy and politics of big firms, but still want to work on major project disputes? We’re looking for a Lawyer to join our rapidly expanding Construction & Infrastructure team. We’re a diverse group, and are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, hard-working and fun.

We are looking for a Senior Associate to join Veno Panicker. Awarded Partner of the Year Finalist, Lawyers Weekly 2025; and Legal 500, Ranked Firm in 2025, ensures you will have the opportunity to work on the best complex transactions and litigation matters, across the entire project cycle.

The Construction & Infrastructure team works across New Energy, Real Estate and Civil Infrastructure market groups within the firm – so you will have the opportunity to work on a broad cross-section of major projects including Supreme Court litigation, arbitration and ADR as well as working collaboratively with teams across the firm.

We’re looking for:

We are seeking a Senior Lawyer / Senior Associate with strong experience gained either in-house or in private practice, who is looking to progress their career in construction litigation.

Whether you are currently working in a specialist construction litigation practice, have a blend of front-end and back-end experience, or bring a broader litigation background with a genuine interest in the construction and infrastructure sector, we welcome your interest.

This role offers the opportunity to focus predominantly on back-end (disputes) matters, working alongside a high-performing and supportive team, with access to high-quality work and career development.

We’re looking for someone who thrives in a collaborative team environment, brings an entrepreneurial and innovative mindset, and is motivated to contribute to a fantastic team culture.

The firm

Hamilton Locke is an international law firm evolving the traditional approach to corporate and commercial legal services. We are constantly removing the layers of bureaucracy, reacting quickly to change, providing exceptional service, and finding creative solutions to deliver smart advice.

A law firm with a difference, we are evolving the traditional business model. We have built a high-growth, people-centric business that maximises our 'people experience' (PX) and believe this delivers the best 'client experience' (CX). We foster a vibrant culture, putting our people at the forefront of everything we do.

Put simply, we have created a work environment based on respect, trust, development, collaboration and innovation. This allows our people to grow and be the best version of themselves. In turn, this enables our people to do their best work, which ultimately makes our clients happy.This is a win-win-win.

We put our people’s experience at the centre of everything we do.

We are more than just a law firm.

What’s in it for you

- Be mentored in a supportive environment, with access to quality work, great clients and professional development opportunities.
- A fun, collaborative and high-performing team environment with regular social events, training days and team retreats.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- A clear and transparent performance bonus scheme.
- An extra week’s leave, as part of our employee personal development program.
- A day birthday leave.
- Support in building client relationships.

How to Apply?

We prefer to work directly with candidates, if you are interested in this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button or contact the consultant, details below, for more information.

For more information on Hamilton Locke, please visit https://hamiltonlocke.com.au/ or follow us on LinkedIn here.

Accessibility and Inclusion

At Hamilton Locke, our culture is made up of unique backgrounds and varying life experiences. We celebrate our people's differences across gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, cultural backgrounds, and family and caring arrangements.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments to complete your application, please contact us at talent@hpxgroup.com.au.

Agency submissions

HPX Group does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Recruitment Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to partners, hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute as an introduction to the firm and HPX Group will not be liable for a fee.

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