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What’s in it for you?

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- High-profile disputes: Work on complex, high-value construction and infrastructure disputes across litigation, arbitration, adjudication and other formal dispute resolution processes.
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- End-to-end exposure: Be involved across the full project lifecycle, from procurement and project delivery through to major claims, disputes and resolution.
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- Top-tier client work: Act for leading institutional investors, government bodies, developers, contractors and other major participants across the construction and infrastructure sector.
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- Direct Partner exposure: Work closely with experienced construction Partners on significant matters, with strong mentoring, hands-on guidance and meaningful responsibility.
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- Clear progression: Join a growing national Construction, Infrastructure & Projects practice with genuine opportunities to develop your profile, deepen your expertise and progress your career.
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About your new employer:

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- National platform: Join a highly regarded Australian law firm with a strong and growing Construction, Infrastructure & Projects practice.
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- Major project exposure: Work with leading organisations, institutional clients and government bodies across significant construction and infrastructure projects and disputes.
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- Supportive culture: Be part of a collaborative, down-to-earth team with strong Partner access, structured development, genuine career progression and meaningful pro bono opportunities
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About the role:

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- Run major disputes: Work on complex, high-value construction disputes across NSW courts and tribunals, arbitration and Security of Payment adjudications.
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- Get into the detail: Advise on claims involving delay, cost, quality, contractual risk and issues arising throughout project delivery.
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- Be involved before disputes escalate : Support clients during procurement and construction, helping manage live claims and resolve issues as projects progress.
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- Broaden your construction expertise: Build experience across advisory work and project documentation alongside a strong disputes-focused practice.
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- Step up your responsibility: Work directly with experienced Partners on significant matters while also mentoring and supporting junior lawyers and paralegals.
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The ideal candidate:

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- Must be 5 – 8 years post admission experience as a lawyer.
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- Construction disputes experience gained within a well-regarded construction practice.
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- Experience across NSW courts and tribunals, with exposure to Security of Payment adjudications.
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- Robust drafting, written and verbal communication skills, with sound commercial judgement.
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- A proactive, self-starting approach and the ability to thrive in a busy, collaborative environment.
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- A genuine interest in construction law and a willingness to share knowledge and mentor more junior team members.
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If this role does not align with your experience or career goals, please contact us to discuss other suitable opportunities.

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Why work with us?

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- We have access to 50% more roles than are publicly available.
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- You will receive free CV advice and interview preparation tailored to the role.
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- We provide market insights into team culture, salary expectations and career progression.
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- Naiman Clarke has over 25 years of experience recruiting exclusively within the legal sector.
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Contact Amy Brown today!

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- Please quote reference number AB/59030.
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- Email:
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- Alternatively, click apply and email your resume in Word format.
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To view all current roles, visit the Naiman Clarke careers page.

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📌 New Job Opening: Senior Associate: Construction in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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