Join one of Australia's largest and most respected national law firms, home to more than 1,700 professionals and recognised for its outstanding reputation in the legal market.
A role has arisen for a Lawyer or Associate to become an integral part of the firm's highly regarded Construction & Infrastructure team of 20+ professionals in Brisbane. This role offers the chance to build your career within a firm that combines national scale with a supportive, collegiate culture and clear, merit-based pathways for progression.
The Opportunity
If you're seeking variety in your role, this position delivers. You'll work closely with two highly regarded partners across a mix of front-end project advisory and back-end disputes, gaining exposure to a broad range of construction and infrastructure matters.
You'll be mentored directly by industry-leading partners while working on a diverse portfolio of high-profile projects, spanning advisory, procurement, and complex dispute resolution.
Your Work Will Include:
* Large-scale construction disputes and complex multi-party litigation
* Adjudications, arbitrations, and civil proceedings
* Procurement strategy, contract drafting, and negotiation
* Drafting detailed legal submissions and providing strategic advice
* Prosecuting and defending complex Security of Payment claims and related litigation
With regular involvement in client meetings and day-to-day matter management, you'll develop strong client-facing skills and, over time, be supported to take on greater autonomy and responsibility.
What's on Offer
* Work-life balance – firm-wide hybrid policy (3 days in office, 2 days WFH), with team-specific flexibility
* Bonus structure – transparent scheme offering a strong percentage of base salary upon meeting targets
* Parental leave – 26 weeks of paid parental leave available after just 6 months' service
* Career growth – true meritocracy with structured career planning, accelerated progression pathways, and no lock-step or tenure-based partnership requirements
* Inclusive culture – regular social and wellness initiatives, sports clubs, monthly firm-wide events, and a down-to-earth, supportive environment
About You
* 2+ years' PAE with a background in construction law
* Lawyer or Associate level
* Enjoy engaging directly with clients and delivering commercially focused advice
* Motivated, collaborative, and keen to grow within a high-performing national team
Why Work With Law Staff?
At LawStaff, we believe the best career decisions are made with the right information. We offer relaxed, confidential conversations, by phone, video, or over coffee, so you can explore your options with no pressure or obligation.
You'll receive a detailed brief on this role and others aligned with your experience before deciding whether it's the right fit.
To Learn More
* Click APPLY and upload your profile
* Or email your CV to Bianca Davies at, quoting Ref : CN
Even if this role isn't quite right, we'd still love to connect. We regularly work on unadvertised opportunities across private practice and in-house.
Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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