The Firm & The Role

Our client is a Top 20 corporate law firm and they are known for their exceptional legal services and their pragmatic & commercial approach. Client's rely on them their responsive, commercial approach. This firm acts for government departments and agencies, private and publicly listed companies, and small and large businesses in Australia and overseas. Industry sectors include rail, water, renewables, telecommunications.

This construction and infrastructure team is recognised for its commerciality, depth of knowledge and technical excellence. A position within the team offers the opportunity to learn from the best and work on head-line making transactions.

Due to growth, the transactional side of our client's construction team is looking for an experienced lawyer (with around 4 to 10 years pae) to assist in the structuring (and associated drafting) of major projects and deals. You will also provide advice on procurement options, financing, tender strategy, contract documentation and negotiation through to contract administration.

You will work closely with the partners, have high levels of client responsibility and work in a collaborative and supportive team environment.

About You

In addition to having at least 4 years of experience in construction law, you will demonstrate the following qualities:

• Strong drafting and technical skills
• You will be driven and self-motivated to succeed
• Excellent document management skills
• First class client skills and interpersonal skills
• You must be ambitious with a desire to progress whilst maintaining a team player mindset so to build strong internal relationships.
• Be highly organised, have strong attention to detail and the ability to think outside the box

Benefits & Culture

On top of a generous salary package, our client offers exciting benefits including:

• Flexible working
• Dress for your day
• Discounted health insurance
• Structured L&D programmes
• Wellness programs and mental health support
• Discounts to gyms and studios across Australia
• Study and exam leave
• Access to pro bono work; social and sporting activities
• Yearly flu shots and skin checks
• Paid paternity leave

Our client's culture is positive, progressive and inclusive. Progression is based on merit and you will enjoy working with like minded professionals.

Apply

For a confidential discussion regarding this role or to explore other career opportunities please contact:

Marianna Tuccia BA, LLB
Ref No: MT28539
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0422 671 673

*where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.

Marianna Tuccia is a Partner - Legal Professional Recruiter at empire group. She is a former lawyer and is passionate about helping lawyers in their next career move. She has over 18 years experience in placing lawyers in law firms and is eager to assist lawyers building their careers. If the above role isn't what you are looking for, reach out to her so she can assist you in finding the right one!