Location: Brisbane
Discipline: Lawyer, Associate & Senior Associate
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Bianca Davies

Contact email: bianca@lawstaff.com.au
Job ref: CN101225
Published: about 23 hours ago
If you're a Construction & Projects Disputes lawyer (2–4 years PAE) ready for your next career step, this opportunity with a premier top-tier firm could be the perfect move for 2026.

It’s a sizeable, youthful team with an exceptionally low turnover, thanks to a culture people want to stay in. Think regular large paid for corporate events, drinks, social events and a genuinely enjoyable working environment.

We’re partnering with a leading national practice seeking a talented lawyer to join its highly regarded Back-End Construction team. This is not your standard role as you’ll enjoy 5 weeks’ annual leave, top-tier remuneration, performance bonuses, and a workplace that genuinely supports balance without compromising on excellence.

The Role
Working within a market-leading Projects & Construction Disputes team, you’ll be involved in complex, high-value work for major local and international clients that will take your career to the next level. The practice covers:
  • Construction, engineering and infrastructure disputes
  • Complex litigation in State and Federal Courts
  • ICC and bespoke arbitrations
  • Claims management and dispute resolution across delay, quantum and technical project issues
You’ll work closely with highly rated partners on sophisticated matters, gaining exposure that will accelerate your development and keep your work intellectually stimulating.

Why This Firm?
A truly top-tier package, including:
  • No daily billable expectations – just a manageable annual target that recognises natural workflow ebbs and flows
  • Market-leading parental leave – 26 weeks paid, gender-neutral, no qualifying period, and super paid during paid and unpaid leave
  • Top-tier remuneration – one of Brisbane’s highest-paying firms + 10–20% performance bonus + discretionary bonus
  • International Secondment opportunities
  • Generous leave – 5 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more
  • Hybrid work – 2 days WFH per week
  • Meaningful pro bono opportunities
  • Supportive, high-performing team with exceptional partners committed to mentoring and long-term growth
About You
You will ideally have:
  • 2+ years’ PAE from a top-tier or strong mid-tier background
  • Experience in back-end construction, projects or infrastructure
  • Strong academics and a commitment to high quality work
  • Returning from overseas? Experience in a Commonwealth jurisdiction is highly regarded
Next Steps
At Law Staff, career conversations are confidential, relaxed and pressure-free - whether over the phone, via video, or in our lounge-style CBD office. We’ll talk through your goals and ensure you walk away with a clear picture of your options.

To apply, click APPLY and upload your resume.
Or email your profile, quoting CN101225, to:
Bianca Davies – bianca@lawstaff.com.au

If the role interests you but timing isn’t right, we’d still love to connect and keep you updated on opportunities that align with your future plans.

Law Staff | 260 Queen St, Brisbane CBD | (07) 3221 1229

All applications are strictly confidential. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.