Lawyer – Commercial & Projects

An exciting opportunity is available for a Lawyer to join a growing Commercial & Projects team in Sydney.
This is a unique opportunity to work on sophisticated commercial transactions and infrastructure matters for owners and operators of some of Australia's most significant transport, logistics and strategic assets. You will advise leading airport operators, government-owned corporations, telecommunications providers and major transport and logistics businesses on matters that shape Australia's transport and digital economy.

The Team

The Commercial & Projects practice combines sophisticated commercial transactions with strategic advisory work across the airports, rail, ports, telecommunications, logistics and digital infrastructure sectors. The team works closely with colleagues across the wider firm to provide clients with an integrated, full-service offering.
The practice provides exposure to the full lifecycle of major assets, from acquisitions and commercial structuring through to procurement, contract negotiation, project delivery, operational matters and long-term asset management. This breadth provides an excellent opportunity to develop deep industry knowledge and become a trusted commercial adviser to major organisations.

The Role

Based in Sydney, you will work as part of a collegiate, flexible and collaborative team advising clients across a diverse range of commercial transactions, procurement, project delivery and regulatory matters.
You will have the opportunity to work on complex and high-value matters across transport, logistics and strategic infrastructure. Your work will span a broad range of commercial issues,



providing exposure to major projects and transactions from initial structuring and procurement through to delivery and ongoing asset management.
The role also provides opportunities for client secondments from time to time, offering valuable in-house commercial experience with major organisations and further developing your understanding of clients' commercial objectives.

Responsibilities include:

- Advising clients on a broad range of commercial transactions, procurement and project matters.
- Drafting, reviewing and negotiating sophisticated commercial agreements.
- Advising on the structuring, procurement and delivery of major infrastructure and strategic asset projects.
- Working across matters involving airports, rail, ports, telecommunications, logistics and digital infrastructure.
- Providing practical and commercially focused advice on operational and regulatory issues.
- Working closely with colleagues across the firm to deliver integrated legal solutions.
- Developing strong client relationships and building deep industry knowledge across major transport and infrastructure sectors.

Requirements:

- 3–4 years' post-admission experience in a leading commercial law firm.
- Excellent academic credentials.
- Experience in commercial transactions, procurement, front-end projects, corporate, property or another transactional practice.
- Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements.




- Strong commercial judgement and the ability to identify practical solutions for clients.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining exceptional client service.
- A genuine interest in developing a long-term practice advising owners and operators of major transport, logistics and strategic assets.

This is an excellent chance for a commercially focused lawyer looking to further develop their career within a market-leading practice. You will gain exposure to sophisticated transactions and major infrastructure projects, work closely with experienced lawyers and clients, and develop the industry expertise and commercial judgement required to become a trusted adviser to major organisations.

Benefits

The firm offers a supportive and flexible working environment, with a strong focus on professional development, wellbeing and inclusion. Benefits include access to leading technology and resources, health and wellbeing initiatives, lifestyle and gym membership discounts, up to 26 weeks' paid parental leave with flexibility over two years, and the option to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave annually.

Contact

For further information, please contact Lucia at *****@montgomeryadvisory.com.au.
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📌 Lawyer - Commercial & Projects (Sydney)
🏢 Montgomery
📍 Sydney