We are a forward-thinking law firm with a leading reputation in Australia. Our team focuses on delivering exceptional service, operational excellence and being at the forefront of employee experience.
About the role
We are currently seeking a full-time front-end construction and contracts Lawyer to join our Canberra real estate and construction team. Our construction team is well recognised across our offices for its work with government entities, major construction companies and developers. In Canberra, we have a strong focus on government sector projects, which see us advising on construction projects in the ACT, across the country and internationally in the Pacific.
About you
To be successful in this role, you will:
* Have experience working as a front-end lawyer in a construction or projects team
* Have strong technical legal ability and a genuine interest in working in the construction and infrastructure sector
* A client-focused approach with a deep understanding of commercial drivers
* The ability to demonstrate exceptional drafting skills
* An independent thinker, comfortable learning new concepts quickly
Maddocks offers a great place to do great work. We foster a culture of collaboration, learning and engagement where you will experience:
A diverse and inclusive workplace: We promote diversity internally through various initiatives.
Career Development: Learn and develop through structured learning and development programs at each stage of your career.
Community involvement: give back to the communities in which we operate through our pro bono and grants programs and staff volunteering initiatives.
Work flexibly: work in a hybrid way with part of your week in the office and support to set up your home office.
Wellbeing & Benefits: access to up to 20 weeks paid parental leave, discounted gym memberships and health insurance, salary continuance insurance, Employee Assistance Program and parents and carers wellbeing programs.