Senior Associate – Construction Disputes | Flexibility + Hybrid Working
Senior Associate – Construction Disputes
role with flexibility, hybrid options and a genuinely supportive team.
3 Takeaways:
Hybrid/WFH options (experience & performance aligned)
Wellbeing allowance, extra leave initiatives + strong support
Social, inclusive culture with high-quality construction work
About the Client:
Our client is a specialist firm with a strong reputation advising corporate clients across Australia. They're known for pairing top-tier matters with a people-first culture—where flexibility is practical, development is ongoing, and teams enjoy working together.
About the Position:
Our client is looking for a
Senior Associate (5+ PAE)
with a
back-end construction disputes
background to join our clients' team within a well-regarded
Construction, Projects & Infrastructure
practice.
You'll work alongside experienced partners on significant matters across Queensland and nationally, with exposure to work such as:
High-value construction and engineering disputes
Claims involving delay, disruption, defects and variations
Security of Payment strategy and adjudication preparation
Contract interpretation issues and dispute avoidance advisory
Acting for principals, contractors, developers, subcontractors and insurers
This is a role for someone who wants stimulating disputes, real client contact, and the ability to work in a way that supports life outside the office.
Key Requirements:




5+ years' PAE in construction disputes / construction litigation (back-end focus)
Strong written work product and the ability to communicate clearly with clients
Sound technical grasp of construction contract principles and dispute processes
Organised, calm under pressure and able to juggle competing deadlines
A positive, team-oriented approach
On Offer:
If flexibility and team culture matter to you, our client has built the role around both:
Hybrid + flexibility that works in practice
WFH / hybrid arrangements available
, tailored to your experience, autonomy and billings
A culture that supports sensible flexibility—focused on outcomes, not presenteeism
Supportive resourcing and collaboration to help you meet deadlines without burnout
Benefits that back your wellbeing and lifestyle
Wellbeing program + annual wellbeing allowance
Access to
mental health support
and a workplace trained to support it
Additional leave initiatives
, including versatile, gender-neutral paid parental leave
Public holiday swap
policy for added personal flexibility
A team you'll actually enjoy being part of
Engaged leaders who are approachable and invested in their people
Active social calendar, weekly morning teas and a friendly, inclusive environment
Meaningful D&I; programs with committees that create real participation and change
Additional information
Hybrid/WFH options (experience & performance aligned)
Wellbeing allowance, extra leave initiatives + strong support
Social, inclusive culture with high-quality construction work
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