About this Role
2–4 years PQE | Melbourne
An established national commercial law firm is seeking a Projects & Construction Lawyer or Associate (2–4 years PQE) to join its busy and well-regarded Melbourne team.
This role offers exposure to high-quality front-end and back-end construction matters, working closely with senior practitioners on a diverse portfolio of projects, infrastructure and construction work. The team acts for a broad client base including head contractors, developers, consultants and subcontractors across Australia.
You will be challenged, supported and mentored as you continue to develop your technical expertise and commercial judgement, with access to a strong CLE program and opportunities to collaborate nationally.
Drafting and negotiating construction and related commercial contracts
Advising on project delivery, risk allocation and procurement
Supporting dispute resolution and litigation matters (front-end and back-end)
Providing clear, commercially focused legal advice to clients
Managing matters efficiently and meeting competing deadlines
You will ideally have:
2–4 years PQE as an admitted lawyer in projects and construction
Experience in both front-end and back-end construction work (front-end desirable)
Strong academic background and sound technical legal skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and time management skills
A proactive, collaborative mindset with a genuine desire to learn and grow
The firm is a leading national commercial law firm with offices across Australia, known for delivering practical, commercially astute outcomes to clients across multiple industries. It offers a collaborative, inclusive and high-performing culture, where lawyers are supported to achieve their career goals while working on challenging and rewarding matters.
Comprehensive health and wellbeing initiatives
Ongoing learning and development, including generous study support
Attractive parental leave policy
Salary continuance insurance
Purchased annual leave options
Regular social, team and firm-wide events
Corporate discounts and benefits
Active diversity, inclusion and reconciliation initiatives
Opportunities to participate in pro bono work
Applications should be submitted via the relevant job advertisement link.