The Opportunity An opportunity has become available for an experienced construction litigation lawyer to join a well-established national firm with one of Brisbane’s strongest insurance and construction practices.

This role is suited to a Senior Associate ready to step into a Special Counsel position, or an existing Special Counsel looking for a long-term home with a genuine pathway to Partnership.

The Role

You will work on a broad range of back-end construction matters, including:

- Construction and infrastructure disputes
- Security of payment claims
- Defective works and contract disputes
- Professional indemnity matters involving construction professionals
- Large-scale litigation, arbitration and alternative dispute resolution
- Direct client contact and strategic file management

You will work closely with recognised leaders in the market while enjoying a high level of autonomy and responsibility.

About You

You will ideally have

- 7+ years’ PAE in construction litigation
- Strong experience managing complex disputes from commencement through to resolution
- Excellent drafting, advocacy and client relationship skills
- A commercial and practical approach to problem solving




- The ambition to continue building your profile and progress your career

What’s on Offer? Enjoy a market-competitive salary, genuine flexibility, high-quality construction disputes work and a clear pathway for long-term career progression within a highly regarded team.

- High-quality and complex construction disputes
- Clear Partnership pathway
- Supportive and collaborative team
- Strong referral base and consistent workflow
- Competitive remuneration package
- Flexible working arrangements
- Genuine investment in career development

For further information on this role or a confidential discussion about your next career move, please call Katie Francis on (07) 3041 4029 3041 4029) or email to [email protected] FrancisJames Executive Recruitment is the legal recruitment specialist - we recruit lawyers across all levels from junior lawyer up to Partner level and General Counsel in Brisbane, interstate and internationally.

At FrancisJames Executive Recruitment our purpose is to truly partner with you to achieve the right long-term fit. You can rely on us to provide a confidential, specialised and personable service.

📌 Special Counsel – Construction Litigation (Back-End) (Brisbane)
🏢 FrancisJames Executive Recruitment
📍 Brisbane