Join one of Australia’s most progressive, non-traditional and values-driven law practices.
This firm is known for tearing up the rulebook of old-school law — no hierarchy, no politics, no egos, just exceptional work delivered by exceptional people who enjoy what they do. We’re partnering with a standout practice seeking an Associate or Senior Associate with strong experience in construction, infrastructure, major projects, or commercial contracting. You’ll work closely with an industry-respected senior practitioner on sophisticated matters across the built environment and the evolving renewables sector. If you want autonomy, trust, meaningful work and a genuinely modern culture, this is it.
The Opportunity
As an Associate or Senior Associate, you’ll work across:
Major construction and engineering projects
Commercial and procurement contracts
Infrastructure delivery and project structuring
Renewable energy and sustainability-focused developments
Contract risk, negotiation strategy and project governance
High-value advisory work for developers, contractors, government bodies and private clients
You’ll have substantial ownership of matters, direct client contact and the freedom to operate without layers of hierarchy.
What You’ll Be Doing
Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a broad mix of construction and commercial project contracts
Advising clients on project risk, procurement approaches and delivery models
Supporting major transactions and infrastructure initiatives
Working on complex renewable energy and transition-focused projects
Managing your own workflow with strong autonomy
Contributing to a collaborative, modern, ego-free team culture
About You
Associate or Senior Associate level (approx. 3–8 PQE)
Background in construction, projects, or infrastructure
Strong drafting skills and a practical, commercial mindset
Confident managing clients and running matters with independence
Team-oriented, self-aware and values-aligned
Looking for a workplace that rejects outdated legal culture
This role suits someone who wants genuinely interesting work in a firm that prioritises people, transparency and trust.
Why This Firm?
A firm that does things differently:
No hierarchy or internal politics
NO DAILY BILLABLES - client outcome focused
A respectful, human-first culture
Flexible working (hybrid options)
Reasonable hours and balanced workloads
Collaborative environment with direct communication and trust
Work that aligns with strong social values and purpose
This is one of the rare legal workplaces where culture is not just a buzzword — it’s lived every day.
