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

Contact email: bianca@lawstaff.com.au
Job ref: CN290526
Published: 17 days ago
Step into a rare opportunity with Queensland’s largest and most respected construction law team. Join a market-leading practice working alongside five specialist partners on landmark projects and high-value international arbitrations that are shaping the state’s future.

This team is known for its genuine commitment to mentorship, collaboration, and merit-based progression, offering an environment where your development and long-term career growth are actively supported.
Why You’ll Thrive Here
  • Attractive remuneration package (circa $250k for Senior Associates), including sign-on bonuses and benefits aligned to your experience
  • Meaningful involvement in billion-dollar projects and complex disputes influencing Queensland’s skyline and critical infrastructure
  • Clear and transparent career progression pathways
  • Realistic partnership opportunities within a firm recognised for developing and retaining top talent
  • Highly competitive rewards and recognition
  • Flexible working arrangements, including 1 to 2 days working from home post-induction, within a genuinely supportive culture
The Work
  • Billion-dollar international arbitrations
  • Major project adjudications involving disputes in the hundreds of millions
  • Infrastructure litigation and Security of Payment claims
  • Supreme Court construction disputes and contract risk advisory
  • Acting for national developers, contractors, consultants, and subcontractors
About You
  • 4+ years’ PAE in construction or commercial litigation
  • A strong interest in specialising in projects and infrastructure law
  • Motivated by complex, high-value work with increasing responsibility
  • Commercially astute, technically strong, and collaborative in approach
Join a firm where you will work on headline matters, compete with top-tier practices, and enjoy a more balanced and supportive environment.

Express Your Interest Confidentially

We believe the best career decisions are made with the right information. That’s why we invite you to have a relaxed, confidential chat with us either over the phone, VC or over coffee or tea with no obligation, just an open conversation about your goals.

You’ll receive a detailed brief about this role and others that may suit your experience before deciding if it’s the right fit.

To learn more:
  • Click APPLY and upload your profile
  • Or email your resume to Bianca Davies at bianca@lawstaff.com.au, quoting reference CN290526
Even if this role isn’t quite what you’re looking for, 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.