Job Description
Job Description
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Lawyer or Senior Associate – Energy, Resources, Construction & Infrastructure
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An exciting opportunity is available for a Lawyer or Senior Associate to join a leading Construction & Infrastructure practice in Melbourne.
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This is a fantastic opportunity to work on complex construction and infrastructure matters across the energy, resources, real estate and civil infrastructure sectors. You will join a high-performing and collaborative team with exposure to both contentious and front-end work, advising clients on significant projects and complex commercial disputes.
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The Team
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The Construction & Infrastructure practice works across the Energy, Resources, Real Estate and Civil Infrastructure sectors, providing lawyers with exposure to a broad cross-section of major projects and sophisticated commercial matters.
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The team takes a practical and commercially focused approach, working closely with clients to resolve complex disputes while also providing front-end advice to help manage risk and achieve successful project outcomes. The practice offers an entrepreneurial and cutting-edge environment where lawyers are encouraged to develop their technical expertise and build strong client relationships.
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The Role
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Based in Melbourne, you will work across a diverse range of construction and infrastructure matters, with a particular focus on back-end disputes while also gaining exposure to front-end work.
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You will advise clients on complex construction and commercial disputes, while having the opportunity to work on front-end matters including contract drafting, negotiation and project advisory work. The role provides exposure to major projects across energy, resources, real estate and civil infrastructure, allowing you to develop a broad understanding of the construction lifecycle.
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You will work within a supportive and high-performing team where mentoring,



collaboration and professional development are strongly encouraged. This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer who is passionate about construction law and looking to build a long-term career across both contentious and transactional work.
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Responsibilities include:
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Advising clients on complex construction and commercial disputes.
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Acting on significant construction and infrastructure litigation and dispute resolution matters.
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Providing front-end construction advice, including contract drafting, review and negotiation.
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Advising clients on project risks, contractual obligations and commercial issues throughout the project lifecycle.
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Working across major projects in the energy, resources, real estate and civil infrastructure sectors.
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Building strong client relationships and providing practical, commercially focused legal advice.
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Working collaboratively with experienced lawyers while developing your technical expertise and commercial judgement.
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Requirements:
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3–7 years' post-admission experience.
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Demonstrated construction and infrastructure experience, ideally with a back-end focus and some front-end exposure.
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Experience gained either in-house or within a reputable private practice.
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A genuine passion for construction law and an interest in working across both contentious and transactional matters.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusted client relationships.
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An entrepreneurial and innovative mindset with a proactive approach to problem solving.
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The ability to work collaboratively while managing competing priorities and delivering high-quality work.
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Contact
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For further information, please contact Lucia at
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We are committed to fostering a truly inclusive recruitment process for all candidates. If you require adjustments or assistance to participate in the application process, please contact
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📌 Lawyer Or Senior Associate - Energy, Resources, Construction & Infrastructure (Victoria)
🏢 Montgomery Advisory
📍 Victoria