Construction Lawyer

Overview

Seeking an experienced front end construction lawyer with 3+ years PAE to join our Sydney team. Great variety of work across a range of clients.

About the team

Based in our Sydney office you will work with motivated and supportive partners, assisting in strengthening the practice at a time where our National Construction, Infrastructure & Projects team continues to grow and develop.

Name a type of project that comes out of the ground or goes into the ground, chances are we have prepared documents to provide how that will occur and how risk will be managed, or, we have dealt with an associated dispute arising from time, quality or cost.

About the role

This role provides the opportunity to work with our partners across a range of clients in the construction industry both private and public sector working on predominantly advisory work but with the opportunity to assist with disputes matters as required.

Whilst the practice mostly supports asset owners including institutional investors and government, we act for all industry participants, providing great variety of work for all team members.

Our clients engage us across the full project lifecycle providing opportunities to work on everything from negotiating and documenting the project, supporting the clients through procurement and construction and dispute management and formal dispute resolution including security of payment.

About you

We are seeking someone with at least 3 year's post admission experience in front-end matters gained from working within a well-regarded construction practice. While not critical to this position, any prior experience or desire to work on back-end matters when required, will be highly regarded.

You will be a self-starter with excellent communication skills and drive. You will possess exceptional drafting skills, with a keen eye for detail and enjoy a busy work environment and a collaborative work culture.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with a genuine passion in construction seeking to develop and grow their career under the direct guidance of an experienced Special Counsel and Partner.

Who we are

Holding Redlich is a large national commercial law firm with offices across Australia. We provide the full range of legal services to many of Australia's largest public and private companies across a wide range of sectors and all levels of government. We are client focused with, expert industry knowledge and strong local and international connections. We strive for excellence in everything we do, and we take pride in the quality of our work.

Firm awards and citations

We are proud to share that our dedication, expertise, exceptional service to our clients and commitment to the gender diversity of our employees have been recognised with prestigious legal industry awards and citations.

- Employer of Choice – Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA)
- Employer of Choice - Australasian Lawyer
- Multiple partners ranked by Best Lawyers - 30The Best Lawyers in Australiaawards/3Best Lawyers: Ones to Watchin Australiaawards
- Doyle's Guide – inclusion for Rising Stars, Best Lawyers, Best Firms
- Signatories to the Charter for Advancement for Women in Legal Profession

Community & impact

We recognise the importance of contributing to our community by supporting various initiatives, providing legal aid through pro bono work, and promoting diversity and inclusion within the firm.

This includes:

- Pro Bono Practice and Social Justice Fund
- Diversity, gender equality and wellbeing committees
- International connections through our membership of Law Exchange International
- Red Cross Life Blood group donations

What's next?

For further information, please visit our Careers website.

To discuss this opportunity on a confidential basis, please contact Lauren Steers-Lemai, Talent Acquisition Manager, on 03 9321 9914.

To apply, please click on the "Apply" button and submit an up-to-date CV, academic transcripts and cover letter outlining why you are both interested and suited to the role.

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