Job Description

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

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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.

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The Role

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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.

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- Key responsibilities include: Drafting and negotiating construction and project documentation
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- Advising clients on construction related legal and commercial issues
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- Managing construction disputes, including adjudications and alternative dispute resolution processes
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- Running litigation matters in superior courts and arbitration proceedings
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- Supporting major infrastructure, engineering and development projects
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- Building and maintaining strong client relationships
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- Participating in business development initiatives and networking activities
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- Mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to knowledge sharing across the team
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The Candidate

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The successful candidate will demonstrate strong technical capability, commercial awareness and a genuine passion for construction law. Requirements include:

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- Approximately 8 to 11 years post qualification experience, with strong consideration given to experienced Senior Associates and Special Counsel candidates
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- Significant experience in construction law gained within a reputable private practice firm or sophisticated in house environment
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- Exposure to both contentious and non contentious construction matters
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- Strong drafting, negotiation and dispute resolution skills
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- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
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- A commercial and solutions focused approach to legal practice
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- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships
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- A collaborative mindset and commitment to mentoring junior team members
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- Opportunity to work on high profile and complex construction and infrastructure matters
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- Exposure to leading clients across a range of industries
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- Solid career progression opportunities within a respected practice
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- Structured mentoring and professional development programs
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- Supportive and collegial team culture
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- Business development training and strategic growth opportunities
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- Flexible working arrangements
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- Generous parental leave benefits
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- Salary continuance insurance and additional wellbeing initiatives
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- A collaborative environment where high quality work is recognised and rewarded
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📌 Senior Associate/Special Counsel (8-11yrs PAE) - Construction (New South Wales)
🏢 Frog Recruitment
📍 New South Wales