About the Role
We are seeking a talented lawyer with 2 to 4 years’ PQE to join our rapidly growing Brisbane Construction practice in a contentious/back‑end role.
This role offers a rare opportunity to work directly with experienced partners on complex and high‑value construction disputes, while also being given the space, responsibility and support to build your own practice and develop into a senior member of the team.
Our Construction team has a long‑standing reputation as a market leader in the sector, advising major developers, contractors and government bodies across Australia. With the continued strength of the Queensland construction market, the team has a significant pipeline of work and is continuing to grow.
You will be exposed to a broad range of complex construction and regulatory litigation, including matters relating to:
* commercial and residential construction disputes, including statutory insurance claims and defect proceedings;
* regulatory and enforcement matters arising under building and licensing legislation;
* commercial building and development disputes involving contractors, developers and consultants; and
* insolvency, recovery and enforcement proceedings arising from construction and building matters.
You will work in a supportive and collaborative team, with direct access to partners who are committed to mentoring, developing your litigation skills and supporting your long‑term progression.
This role is particularly suited to lawyers who want to take ownership of matters, build strong client relationships and position themselves for progression within a growing practice.
Responsibilities
In this role you will:
* manage and progress litigation matters from commencement through to resolution with partner support;
* draft pleadings, affidavits, submissions and other court documents;
* prepare detailed legal advice and evidence;
* appear at directions hearings, interlocutory applications and trials;
* brief and work closely with leading counsel in defended litigation;
* assist in developing client relationships and contributing to the continued growth of the practice; and
* assist in building the practice through ongoing business development initiatives.
Qualifications
* 2–4 years’ PAE in construction litigation or commercial litigation;
* strong drafting and analytical skills;
* confidence appearing in court or a strong desire to develop advocacy skills;
* a collaborative mindset and the ambition to grow within a high‑performing team.
* Direct mentoring from experienced construction partners.
* Genuine opportunities for progression as the team continues to expand.
* The opportunity to take ownership of matters and develop your own practice.
* Exposure to blue‑chip and government clients on significant disputes.
* Access to market‑leading training, learning and development programs.
* A supportive, high‑performing and friendly team environment.
Benefits
* Equitable salary packaging, incentive pay and rewards;
* Salary continuous insurance (for permanent employees or employees on a 6 month or more maximum term contract basis);
* Salary sacrificing and novated leases;
* 5 days Bonus Leave per year after 12 months of service;
* Additional leave options;
* Equal family leave for all genders (including kinship groups);
* Floating public holidays for days of cultural significance;
* Offices designed for collaboration on Gadigal, Naarm, Yuggera, Kaurna and Whadjuk land;
* Generous health and wellbeing programs;
* Agile and flexible working for all;
* Social and diversity networks providing year‑round events;
* Opportunities to undertake pro‑bono legal work.
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