Senior Associate/Special Counsel (8-11yrs PAE) - Construction

The Firm

This opportunity sits within a highly regarded national and international law firm recognised for its strength in construction, infrastructure and complex disputes. The firm advises major corporate, government and institutional clients on some of the market's most significant projects and provides a collaborative environment where lawyers are encouraged to develop their expertise, build client relationships and progress their careers. The Sydney team is led by respected practitioners with deep experience across both contentious and non contentious construction matters. Lawyers benefit from high quality work, strong mentoring and a culture that values professional growth, collaboration and client service excellence.

The Role

An exciting opportunity exists for a Senior Associate or Special Counsel to join a well established Construction and Infrastructure team in Sydney. This role offers a genuine mix of front end and back end construction work, providing exposure to complex project advisory matters as well as high value disputes across a range of sectors.

The Candidate

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical capability, commercial awareness and a genuine passion for construction law. Requirements include: Approximately 8 to 11 years post qualification experience, with strong consideration given to experienced Senior Associates and Special Counsel candidates|||Significant experience in construction law gained within a reputable private practice firm or sophisticated in house environment|||Exposure to both contentious and non contentious construction matters|||Strong drafting, negotiation and dispute resolution skills|||Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities|||A commercial and solutions focused approach to legal practice|||Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships|||A collaborative mindset and commitment to mentoring junior team members

Benefits

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced construction lawyer seeking a sophisticated practice, excellent mentorship and a genuine platform for long term career growth. Candidates looking to take the next step in their career while working on market leading matters are encouraged to apply.

Apply now with your current CV. For further information please contact Kalinda Campbell, Senior Consultant, Permanent Legal, on 02 8270 9715.

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