- Front-End Role | Major Projects & Infrastructure
- Preeminent National Law Firm
- Lateral Partner Chance
- Exceptional Profitability and Partner Earnings
- Brisbane Based Appointment with Flex

The Firm: Many will agree that this is one of Australia's most highly respected law firms and one that advises on complex infrastructure projects throughout Australia, particularly with an energy and resources focus.

Due to sustained growth, the firm is seeking a Construction & Major Projects Partner or a Special Counsel ready to step into partnership to join its expanding National Projects & Infrastructure team.

The Opportunity:

You will work closely with several market-leading partners on major private sector and government infrastructure projects across Australia as well as have your clients supported by highly competent Back-end Construction Partners. Key areas of your work will include:

- Major transport, energy, health and education infrastructure projects
- Some Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs)
- Construction contracts and complex project advisory
- Procurement and tender processes
- Project structuring, delivery models and risk management strategies

This role offers significant leadership scope, direct client engagement, and the opportunity to transfer and grow your own practice to a nationally recognised platform and a cohesive projects team.

Candidate Profile:

Our client is seeking an adequately experienced practitioner of 12–20+ years PAE in front-end Construction Law and or Major Projects.





You will be recognised by your peers as a specialist in your field and your client profile will be sound by having established relationships with institutional players in this market segment, including Tier 1 and or Tier 2 contractors.

You will also be a commercially minded individual with strong client management skills and a proven ability to mentor and develop teams.

Salary & Partnership Pathway

As a seasoned lawyer you will want to be recognised for your skillset as well as what you bring to the table. As a guide, in this role you can expect to earn $450K+ performance bonuses as a Salaried Partner or $750K to $2M+ as an Equity Partner subject to your fees under management. Special Counsel are sitting around $350K.

The firm offers a clear and transparent equity structure as well as strong operational and business development support, allowing partners to focus on client relationships and practice growth.

Confer in Confidence with Law Staff:

With 38+ years’ experience facilitating lateral moves for Australia’s leading and emerging partners, Law Staff provides trusted confidential guidance supported by deep market insight, including:

- Intelligence on equity structures, partner remuneration and market movement
- Strategic advice aligned with your long-term goals
- Discreet, fully confidential and transparent process

Confidential Enquiries For a confidential discussion (8.00am to 8.00pm 7 days) please quote REF: MPP270826 and contact: Craig Ashton-Sward

Director

[0413 743 838](tel:0413 743 838)

[email protected]

All enquiries are handled with strict confidentiality.

📌 Construction & Major Projects Partner (or Special Counsel) (Brisbane)
🏢 Law Staff
📍 Brisbane