Associate, Construction Disputes

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Australia Ankura Full time

Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth.

The position of Associate sits within our Quantum team which supports the Ankura Construction Disputes & Advisory practice - one of seven practices focused on client delivery services across the Firm.

Ankura is recognised as one of the five fastest growing consulting companies with 1800 employees across 32 offices in four continents.

You will have the opportunity to work with highly reputable, specialist expert witnesses, recognised by Who’s Who Legal. You will be part of a talented team of experts working on some of the world’s most interesting and significant disputes.

Our quantum experts are primarily involved in dispute resolution, litigation support and expert witness testimony, cost, and damages analysis, claims assessment, schedule analysis, technical issue analysis and account evaluation services. You will be required to perform advanced data research, management, and analysis. This role will involve frequent client interaction, including preparing results.

Applications should include a current CV, identifying relevant experience, and must be accompanied by a covering letter outlining why you would like to be considered. All information provided will be treated in strict confidence and used exclusively for consideration in relation to this position.

Why Join Ankura- We can support and develop individuals who aspire to be an expert.- Vast opportunities for career development, with formal development process, training programmes and internal e-learning training platform, Ankura Academy.- Work within a team of world recognised leading experts in an established leading global consultancy.- Work within a collaborative environment.

**Responsibilities**:
- Assist in preparation / assessment of claims in respect of variations, extension of time, disruption, acceleration and prolongation.- Assist in preparation of Expert reports in respect of variations, extension of time, disruption, acceleration and prolongation.- Good interpersonal skills (specifically the ability to quickly integrate and work within a team).- Delivering tasks within specified time frames

**Requirements**:
- Possess a relevant construction related technical degree.- Membership (or already working towards membership) of RICS or similar.- Demonstrable interest in construction law- Experience of contract administration and contract management (ideally from a main contractor’s perspective).- Proven ability to prepare/assess contractual claims.- Experience across a range of construction/engineering projects- Good analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills- Ability to adapt to a dynamic consultancy environment.- Ability to manage own workload to meet deadlines.- Willingness to learn.- Good team working skills.- Ambition to progress their career.

  • Associate, Construction and Dispute Resolution

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Australia D'Arcy Weil Full time

    Legal500 noted practice group - Suit 3-5 Years PQE Lawyer with solid construction litigation experience - Direct access to Australia's leading construction dispute litigators **Recognised for its expertise in representing financiers, owners, developers, government and major contractors in building and construction disputes, this leading practice has...

  • Associate: Disputes

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Australia White & Case Full time

    **Associate: Disputes** **The Opportunity** Are you ready to make your mark as part of the Commercial Litigation Practice in our Melbourne office? Globally recognised for the breadth and local depth of our experience, we are trusted advisors to the world’s leading Infrastructure providers. As well as guiding clients through their most complex and...

  • Senior Associate – Commercial Disputes

    2 days ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Richmond Search Full time $120,000 - $200,000 per year

    Boutique CBD Melbourne firmSeeking 4+ PQE to experienced Senior AssociateVaried high quality workAn excellent culture that values flexibility and work-life balanceOpen to considering part-time candidatesOur client, a highly regarded boutique commercial firm is seeking a talented Senior Associate (or experienced Associate ready to step up) to join its...

  • Lawyer - Construction Disputes

    3 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Australia Minter Ellison Full time

    Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content Link Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: MinterEllison is one of Australia’s largest independent law and consulting firms. With a heritage of almost 200 years, we are known for our excellence, and our authentic and enduring relationships with our clients, our people and our communities. Clients seek out...

  • Lawyer - Construction Disputes

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia MinterEllison Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    MinterEllison is one of Australia's largest independent law and consulting firms. With a heritage of almost 200 years, we are known for our excellence, and our authentic and enduring relationships with our clients, our people and our communities. Clients seek out MinterEllison to help them solve complex problems every day. We do this by our full-service...

  • High Salary: Construction Lawyers

    3 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Australia Empire Group Full time

    Overview About the roles: Everyone's favourite Mid-Tier National Firm has a strong pipeline of varied and interesting work across a range of clients, including large construction companies and developers as well as government departments and entities. They are seeking a Lawyer/Associate to work across disputed matters in the commercial, energy, gas,...

  • Experienced Lawyer/Associate – Construction

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Maddocks Full time $120,000 - $200,000 per year

    About UsWe are a modern Australian law firm with a leading reputation. We focus on exceptional service, operational excellence and being at the forefront of employee experience. We work closely with Australian and international businesses, organisations and governments.About The RoleWe currently have an exciting opportunity for an experiened Lawyer/Associate...

  • Construction Litigation Lawyer

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Australia Legal People Full time

    Leading Global Law Firm! Collaborate with Top Partners - Steady workflows - Manage your own clients! - Contribute your Disputes exp & Opportunity for 'front end' matters **About our client...** The Asia-Pacific is a key market for many businesses and our client's presence in Hong Kong; Singapore; Melbourne and Sydney (among other offices) is a reflection of...

  • Construction Lawyer

    6 days ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Australia HAYS Full time

    Junior and Senior Lawyer | Construction and Infrastructure Experience | Permanent **Your new company** Hays Legal has partnered with an established law firm to recruit for an Associate and a Senior Associate in the Construction and Infrastructure practice area. You will join a reputable and thriving practice and work with a high performing and supportive...

  • Lawyer (Senior Associate) - Disputes & Investigations

    4 days ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Montgomery Advisory Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    Fantastic opportunity for a Senior Disputes LawyerBroad range of workReputable and diverse client baseCollaborative work environmentA leading, independent law firm is seeking a Senior Associate to join their Disputes & Investigations team in Sydney or Melbourne. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a broad range of complex commercial and regulatory...