Associate or Senior Associate

Permanent, full-time positionHybrid and flexible working; WFH and from modern, open plan offices. We will provide you with WFH IT equipment plus reimbursement of up to $500 for additional equipmentReward and recognition, including competitive remuneration and career progressionLearning and career development programs for all roles and levelsFlexible leave options and up to 26 weeks paid parental leaveFree daily breakfast, office drinks and social eventsGenuine commitment to health and wellbeing, pro bono and community, and diversity and inclusion across our firmLearn more about what Hall & Wilcox can offer you: About The Role And TeamWe have a unique and exciting opportunity for an Associate or Senior Associate to join our national Property & Projects team. This role will focus mainly on back-end construction matters.Led by partners Alex Hartmann and Stefan Fenk, our Sydney construction team is a close-knit and growing group of 10, forming part of our national Property & Projects team of 120. Known for their friendly and collegiate culture, the team is gaining momentum with a rising profile and expanding client base.Our national Construction team has specialist expertise advising on procurement, risk analysis and project structuring, financing and delivery, through to dispute avoidance and resolution across litigation, ADR and adjudication. We act across a broad range of sectors (including infrastructure, renewables, commercial, residential, health care, resources and social infrastructure), and advise a wide range of clients (including institutional and private developers, asset owners, contractors, consultants, financiers, hospitals and universities).This role will see you advise private and government clients on a wide range of construction and infrastructure disputes, particularly those arising from the delivery of transport infrastructure, renewables projects, industrial, commercial and residential projects. You will play a key part in managing disputes arising from major infrastructure and development projects.You will be responsible for preparing and responding to payment claims and adjudication applications under the Security of Payment legislation, as well as handling related interlocutory proceedings and ADR processes. Your work will involve advising clients on contract administration, interpreting contractual terms, and navigating complex legislative frameworks. You'll also contribute to dispute resolution strategies, including mediations and commercial negotiations, with a focus on achieving practical outcomes and minimising litigation risk.About YouYou will ideally have the following skills and experience:at least 3 years of post-admission experience in construction litigation and adjudication;experience across back-end construction matters (front-end experience is beneficial but not essential);the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team;excellent technical, analytical ,drafting and project management skills, with keen attention to detail;strong verbal and written communication skills;a strong commitment to client service and the ability to build and manage client relationships;a focus on achieving commercial solutions for our clients;a willingness and ability to mentor and supervise junior members of the team; andthe ability to organise and prioritise effectively.About UsHall & Wilcox is a leading independent Australian law firm. We deliver outstanding legal services to corporate, public sector and private clients, both Australian-based and those offshore doing business in Australia. Our purpose is to enable our clients, our people and our communities to thrive.Hear from our people about what it's like to work at HW: Some of our recent awards and citations include:Best Australian Law Firm (>$200m revenue) at the 2025 Client Choice AwardsRanked 7 th in the Lawyers Weekly Top 25 Attraction Firms for 2024 and 2025Law Firm of the Year at the 2023 Lawyers Weekly Australian Law AwardsWorkplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (EOCGE) citation holder since 2018We are known for having a great culture that is warm and welcoming, progressive, inclusive and supportive, and that is underpinned by our enduring values - known as Hallmarks .We are also renowned for our Smarter Law approach. Smarter Law means we look beyond the status quo to think differently and find solutions. Smarter Law includes enabling technology, challenging business models, innovative pricing and creative resourcing.We are a firm of the future. We offer our people interesting and challenging work, and access to great clients. To learn more about HW visit our website.Apply nowLet's connect. Click apply to submit your application.At Hall & Wilcox, we are committed to creating and maintaining a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions of all people. We encourage applications from candidates of all cultural backgrounds (including First Nations), age, abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.We are also committed to supporting candidates with disability so that every candidate is offered a fair, equitable and supportive recruitment experience. If you require any adjustments or support to complete your application, or if you have any questions, please contact Kim Chalmers, Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor, for a confidential discussion.This vacancy is being managed directly by the HW Talent Acquisition / People & Culture team. We will contact our preferred agency partners should we require any assistance.