Job description Lawyer / Senior Associate - Real Estate Real Estate | Sydney Metropolitan Closing date: 13/11/2026 DISCOVER more opportunities to DEVELOP your talents and THRIVE in a dynamic legal landscape.
About the role We are seeking an experienced Lawyer or Senior Associate to join our Real Estate - Construction team on a full-time, permanent basis.
You will work across a diverse mix of contentious and non-contentious construction matters.
Experience across both areas will be highly regarded.
To be successful in this role, you will ideally have at least four years' post-admission experience in construction law gained at a well-regarded firm or in a sophisticated in-house environment.
You will be commercially astute, detail-oriented and collaborative, with a demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with internal and external clients.
You will work on high-profile matters within a collegial team where quality work, collaboration and professional growth are recognised and supported.
What does the role involve?




Drafting and negotiating construction documentation Providing advice and managing construction disputes including adjudications Managing litigation matters, primarily in the Supreme Court and in arbitrations across various Australian jurisdictions Participating in business development and client relationship activities Contributing to the firm's learning and development program in your area of expertise Contributing knowledge and learning resources, including precedents Supporting matter management, including estimates, invoicing and fee collection Benefits and wellbeing Structured mentoring program Professional development programs Salary continuance insurance Social events – social club and sporting teams Health and wellbeing opportunities Volunteering opportunities 26 weeks paid parental leave Momentum Program for woman and men who are taking a period of parental leave and wish to stay on career track About Us K

📌 Real Estate Senior Associate (Sydney)
🏢 K&L Gates
📍 Sydney