Job Description

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Partners Joel Von Thein and Nicholas Fletcher are seeking a talented lawyer to join their growing team based in Sydney. With a unique practice that spans commercial transactions and infrastructure matters, Joel and Nick foster a team culture that is non-hierarchical, collegiate, and versatile.

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This is a unique opportunity to join a market-leading practice advising owners and operators of some of Australia's most significant transport, logistics and strategic assets. Our clients include leading airport operators, government-owned corporations, telecommunications providers and major transport and logistics businesses, and we advise on matters that shape Australia's transport and digital economy.

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We have a broad commercial practice that combines sophisticated transactions with strategic advisory work. You will work on a diverse range of commercial transactions, procurement, project delivery and regulatory matters across the airports, rail, ports, telecommunications, logistics and digital infrastructure sectors.

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The practice is intentionally broad, providing exposure to the full lifecycle of major assets—from acquisitions and commercial structuring through to procurement, contract negotiation, project delivery, operational issues and long-term asset management. This breadth enables our lawyers to develop into trusted commercial advisers with deep industry knowledge.

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We work closely with colleagues across the Firm to deliver an integrated, full-service offering to our clients. Opportunities for client secondments also arise from time to time, providing valuable in-house commercial experience with major organisations.

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To be successful in this role, you will have:

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3–4 years' post-admission experience in a leading commercial law firm;

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Excellent academic credentials;

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Experience in commercial transactions, procurement, front-end projects, corporate, property or another transactional practice;

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Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements;

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Strong commercial judgement and an ability to identify practical solutions for clients;

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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;

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The ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining exceptional client service; and

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A genuine interest in developing a long-term practice advising owners and operators of major transport, logistics and strategic assets.

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At Clayton Utz, we’re more than just a law firm – we’re a community that values our people and their contributions. When you join us, you’ll enjoy:

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World-class infrastructure and resources to keep your skills sharp and ahead of the curve, includingleading AI platform , Harvey.

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A focus onhealth and wellbeing, withinitiatives to support your physical and mental health, includinglifestyleandgymmembershipdiscounts via our partnership with AIA Vitality.

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Up to26 weeks’ paid parental leave , with flexibility over two years, plus paid superannuation.

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The option topurchase up to 4 weeks of additional leave annually.

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📌 Lawyer - Commercial & Projects (Sydney)
🏢 Clayton Utz
📍 Sydney