Overview
Senior Associate – Construction & Infrastructure
Brisbane | Major national & cross-border projects | Front-end focus
Our Client
Our client is one of the world’s most respected law firms, with a Tier 1 reputation in projects and infrastructure. Known for its commercial approach, collaborative culture, and ability to deliver on the most complex and high-value transactions, the firm is a trusted adviser to leading corporates, investors, contractors, and governments globally.
The Projects & Infrastructure team is consistently ranked among the best in the market. With expertise across transport, energy, resources, healthcare, education, and utilities, the group works at the cutting edge of projects that shape cities, drive innovation, and support economic growth across Australia and beyond.
The Brisbane team is now seeking a Senior Associate to play a key role in the structuring, procurement, and delivery of some of the country’s most significant infrastructure and construction projects.
The Opportunity
As a Senior Associate in this team, you’ll advise on the full lifecycle of major projects, working closely with market-leading partners on matters that are complex, strategic, and career-defining. Your work will include:
- Advising on major procurements, including PPP, D&C;, EPC, and bespoke contracting models
- Drafting and negotiating sophisticated project and construction documentation
- Supporting clients with contract administration and project delivery strategies
- Providing clear, commercial solutions to complex delivery challenges
- Working on landmark projects across transport, energy, healthcare, education, utilities, and more
This role offers genuine exposure to headline matters, direct client contact, and strong mentorship. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your market profile, contribute to business development, and take clear steps toward future leadership.
About You
To thrive in this role, you will ideally have:
- 4+ years’ experience in construction or infrastructure law, with front-end project expertise
- Familiarity with PPPs, D&C;, EPC and other major project delivery structures
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
- A commercial mindset, with the confidence to run complex matters and advise clients directly
- A collaborative approach, with an interest in mentoring and developing junior lawyers
- Ambition to grow your practice, deepen client relationships, and build a strong market profile
This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious lawyer to accelerate their career in a high-performing Tier 1 environment, working on projects that truly shape the market.
About Brighton Search
Brighton Search is a specialist legal recruitment agency focused on connecting top-tier lawyers with leading firms across Australia. With a strong candidate-first approach and deep market insight, we take pride in supporting lawyers through pivotal career moves.
Founded by a former in-house recruitment lead at a global top-tier law firm, we understand the nuance and timing involved in legal recruitment - and we partner with individuals and clients with honesty, discretion, and care.
Please do not delay and apply now. For further information or a confidential conversation, please contact Ashley Irving at Brighton Search on or
Seniority level
- Mid-Senior level
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Legal
- Industries
- Legal Services and Law Practice
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