An international firm is seeking a talented Projects Associate to join its growing Defence and Energy & Utilities projects practice in Sydney.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a specialist, sector-focused team that acts for defence primes, OEMs, construction contractors and energy and utilities companies on complex, high-value projects.

The Role The successful lawyer will be involved in:

- Drafting, reviewing and negotiating procurement contracts, construction agreements, PPAs, EPC contracts and O&M; agreements.
- Acting on complex upstream and downstream defence projects and major energy and infrastructure projects.
- Supporting clients through tender processes and contract administration, including dispute resolution, on major government defence procurement projects.
- Advising on regulatory compliance across the defence, energy, infrastructure and procurement sectors.
- Developing and maintaining project documentation systems and precedents.
- Working with specialists across practice groups in Australia and internationally, and mentoring junior lawyers.

About you The ideal candidate will possess:

- Around 4–7 years’ post-qualification experience in projects, construction or infrastructure.
- Strong experience drafting and negotiating complex project documentation.




- Exposure to Energy & Utilities, Defence or state-of-the-art technology projects.
- Experience with ASDEFCON, the National Electricity Rules or the Defence Estate Works Program (highly regarded).
- Robust academic credentials and excellent communication skills.
- A commercial, client-first approach and a drive for business development.
- Eligibility to obtain Australian security clearances (essential).

What’s on Offer

- The opportunity to join a sector-focused international firm.
- Direct exposure to senior partners and cutting-edge defence and energy work.
- Cross-border work with colleagues across a global network.
- A collaborative, supportive and inclusive team culture.
- Flexible and agile working arrangements.
- Excellent prospects for career progression and professional development.

This role would suit an ambitious projects lawyer looking to specialise in the defence and energy sectors while working on some of Australia’s most significant procurement and infrastructure projects.

For further information, please contact Harry Binsted on +61 449 133 420, or email your CV and academic transcripts to [email protected]

📌 Defence Projects Lawyer (4-7 PQE) | International Firm | Sydney
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📍 Sydney