Associate - Construction - Brisbane

2 weeks ago

City of Brisbane, Australia Holman Fenwick Willan LLP Full time

HFW is a sector focused global law firm with a focus on construction, shipping, aerospace, commodities, corporate & commercial and insurance. We have over 700 lawyers working across Australia, Asia, Europe, Middle East and the Americas. With a progressive approach to our roles in commercial business, thinking creatively and pragmatically to support our clients, we are dynamic, entrepreneurial and leaders in our specialist areas.

In Australia, we have 4 offices in Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney and Perth and around 230 team members.

Job Description

The Role

We are seeking an Associate with 3-4 years' experience in Construction or general litigation. If successful, you will join a reputable and growing practice and work with a high performing and collaborative team. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your specialist Construction Disputes knowledge and skill set working directly with Partners, senior lawyers and clients across a range of Australian jurisdictions on interesting and complex matters.

Desired Skills and Experience

If you have at least 3 years' experience in legal practice at least some of which is in Construction Disputes and a genuine interest in pursuing a career in this area, we would love to hear from you. Specifically, we are looking for the following:

- genuine passion for construction litigation and arbitration
- willingness to learn and strive to be the best lawyer they can be
- efficient with excellent time management
- client service orientation

What's in it for you?

If you're eager to join a friendly team in a positive environment, this opportunity could be ideal for you. As well as a friendly, down to earth group of colleagues, we offer the following benefits:

- Market-competitive remuneration package, transparent and generous bonus scheme, employee referral incentives, and life and salary continuance insurance
- Health & Wellbeing initiatives, such as annual flu vaccinations, access to the Employee Assistance Program, free subscriptions to wellbeing apps, and subsidised sporting activities
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, allowing you to balance work and life commitments effectively
- The ability to purchase additional annual leave and access our Paid Parental Leave (26 weeks)

What's next?

If this sounds like the opportunity for you, apply online with your CV, academic transcript and a brief cover letter outlining why you are interested in this role. We would love to hear from you

Reach out with any questions to: Candice Dixon, HR Consultant - candice.dixon@hfw.com.

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