Construction Law Associate or SA

4 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Law Staff Full time $104,000 - $208,000 per year

*Here is your opportunity to join a leading Australian commercial law firm with 800+ professionals delivering legal services nationwide.*

At this firm, construction lawyers don't have to choose between front-end or back-end work - you get to do both if you like You'll have the chance to work across all sides of the practice, helping you grow into a more versatile, well-rounded lawyer.

You'll join a large construction team in Brisbane, working alongside and learning from partners, senior practitioners, and junior lawyers, with strong administrative support behind you. 

Acting for prestigious institutional clients on complex construction and major projects matters, including:

  • Supreme Court litigation
  • Large infrastructure adjudications
  • Drafting and negotiating construction contracts and procurement

If you prefer to focus solely on back-end work, that's absolutely an option too so there's plenty of opportunity to specialise in the work you love.

We're looking for a motivated and skilled construction Associate or Senior Associate to join this high-performing team. The ideal candidate will bring:

  • 3 to 7 years' PAE in construction law
  • Currently at the Associate or Senior Associate level
  • We are also open to lawyers with general commercial litigation experience who are eager to specialise in construction
  • A proactive mindset and an interest in working within a national mid-tier firm

This role is perfect for a lawyer who is eager to develop their expertise in Construction, work on high-stakes matters, and grow within a supportive practice.

Here's what draws lawyers to this firm:

  • Market-Leading Compensation – Highly competitive salary and benefits.
  • Collaborative Culture – Regular social events, team sports, and celebrations.
  • Family Support – 18 weeks' full-pay parental leave, flexible work, and career breaks.
  • Career Growth – Paid study leave, training programs, and professional development.
  • Wellbeing Focus – Mental health initiatives, fresh fruit, and gym discounts.
  • Social Impact – Strong pro bono work and community engagement.

This is a firm that invests in your success,both professionally and personally.

Ready to make your move?

Take control of your career – click "Apply" now or get in touch confidentially with Bianca Davies at  (please quote reference: CN

Prefer to chat outside standard hours?

We're here for you. Simply email us to arrange a call at a time that suits – whether that's after hours, during your lunch break, or on the weekend.

Not quite the right fit?

We'd still love to hear from you We regularly work on unadvertised opportunities across private practice and in-house roles.

LawStaff | 260 Queen St, Brisbane CBD |

Please note, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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