Job Description
About Us
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We are a modern Australian law firm with a leading reputation. We focus on exceptional service, operational excellence and being at the forefront of employee experience. We work closely with Australian and international businesses, organisations and governments.
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Our Victorian Construction and Projects team is one of the largest in Melbourne and works in a variety of sectors, including education, social infrastructure, housing, renewable energy, healthcare, transport and water.
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About The Role
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We are currently looking for a front-end Lawyer/Associate (2-4+ years PQE) to join our highly regarded, dynamic and growing Melbourne team.
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In This Role You Would
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Work for a wide range of clients, encompassing a strong Government practice, major local and international contractors and principals;
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Draft, review, negotiate and provide advice on a range of project documentation, including construction contracts, consultancy agreements, side deeds and project deeds;
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Contribute to the team's business development activities; and
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Mentor the more junior team members and work alongside Partners Simone Holding, Billy Gialamas, Andrew Pitney and Sefton Warner.
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This is a excellent opportunity to join a team where you will do high-quality work in a supportive environment and be able to build on your skills to further progress your career.
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About You
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In order to be considered, to be successful and thrive in this role, you will:
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Currently be working as a
transactional/front
-end lawyer in a construction or projects team either in private practice or in-house;
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Have a sound technical legal ability and drafting skills;
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Have a genuine interest in working in the construction and infrastructure sector;
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Exhibit a client-focused approach with a deep understanding of commercial drivers in the industry; and
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Be an independent thinker, comfortable learning new concepts quickly and contributing your ideas to discussions.
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Why join Maddocks?
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Maddocks Is Simply a Great Place To Do What Matters To You. We Foster a Culture Of Collaboration, Learning And Engagement Where You Will Experience
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A diverse and inclusive workplace: We have been named an employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workforce Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) every year since **** along with being named a Silver Employer at the Australian Workplace Equality Index's **** LGBTQ Inclusion Awards. We promote diversity internally through our Maddocks Gender Equality Network, Maddocks CALD, Maddocks Disability Inclusion and Maddocks Pride groups.
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Career Development: Learn and develop through structured learning and development programs at each stage of your career and study support programs.
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Community involvement: give back to the communities in which we operate through our thriving pro bono and grants programs and staff volunteering initiatives.
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Work flexibly: work in a hybrid way with part of your week in the office and support to set up your home office.
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access to up to 20 weeks paid parental leave
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discounted gym memberships & health insurance
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salary continuance insurance
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Employee Assistance Program
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parents and carers wellbeing programs
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Our people are our greatest advocates and we believe this is a result of our inclusive culture and focus on complex and interesting work.
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To be eligible for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia. Please note that unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered at this time.

📌 Lawyer / Associate - Construction (Front-End) (Victoria)
🏢 Maddocks
📍 Victoria