Construction Lawyer

20 hours ago


APAC Australia Melbourne Axiom Talent Platform Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Over twenty years ago, Axiom started a movement to change the face of the legal industry – which continues on its rapid growth trajectory today. Here at Axiom, we break through barriers by connecting high-calibre legal professionals with national and global firms, allowing Axiomites to gain access to the highest quality of legal work while maintaining control over what and how much work they take on. Axiom puts its people first, attracting those who are thoughtful, fresh, committed and irresistible, ensuring these qualities flow through our team at HQ, outwards.

We are now looking to onboard a senior construction lawyer to work with various clients across Australia.

Responsibilities:

  • Experience advising on construction and infrastructure matters as well as drafting and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreements.
  • Supporting in-house counsel with development and acquisition agreements on behalf of large, multi-regional developers.
  • Providing legal advice on capital projects and a broad range of related matters to support clients, including advising on procurement/tender, risks and liabilities.

What we're looking for:

  • 5+ PQE, preferably in-house within the construction & infrastructure industry.
  • Experience and expertise in construction and/or infrastructure projects, including demonstrable experience of advising clients across the lifecycle from procurement, D&C to operations of major building or infrastructure projects.
  • Desire to provide excellent client service and an ability to build strong working relationships with stakeholders.
  • Must have full Australian working rights and be eligible to practice in Australia.

Why Join Axiom?

World-class clients – Our global presence provides direct access to opportunities with premier companies, including F100 and ASX-listed organisations, allowing you to roadmap your career with exciting and challenging work.

Flexibility – We work with you to achieve the highest level of flexibility – in the way that you define it. Whether you prefer remote work, a greater breadth of exposure, or even more personal time – we match you with opportunities to help you reach these goals.

A dedicated talent team – Qe put in the effort to make sure your experience is nothing short of exceptional, by assigning you a dedicated talent partner that oversees your journey with us from when you join Axiom, to starting your first engagement, and all future engagements

Referral bonus – Once you start working with us, refer your legal peers and enjoy a generous referral bonus as a thank you for expanding the Axiom community

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Axiom is the global leader in high-calibre, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today's business landscape with best in breed alterative legal services.

Axiom is a leader in diversity, inclusion, and social engagement. Diversity is core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be named a best place to work for LGBTQ+ Equality, earning top marks in the 2021 Corporate Equality Index for the second consecutive year. Axiom's legal department is Mansfield certified and is committed to considering at least 50% diverse candidates for leadership roles and outside counsel representation.

Learn more about working at Axiom.

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We understand that many legal professionals have chosen to adopt the consultancy model, and we are happy to discuss this option with you. We offer both consultants and employees the opportunity to work with our enviable client roster. Contact us in complete confidence to find out more about opportunities to work with Axiom as an employee or consultant.

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