Front-End Construction Lawyer | Relocate to Melbourne

Tyler Wren; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Clear pathway for long term career

Work alongside leading Projects & 

Job summary

Tyler Wren is seeking a New Zealand qualified Construction Lawyer to relocate to Melbourne and join a globally recognised top tier law firm. You will work with leading partners on major construction, infrastructure and projects matters, advising sophisticated clients on front-end issues.

This role offers exposure to high-profile projects, long-term career progression and a supportive, diverse work environment with flexible hybrid arrangements.

Qualifications

• Be a New Zealand or Australian qualified lawyer with at least 3 years PQE.
• Strong experience in front end construction law, projects or infrastructure.
• Experience drafting and negotiating construction or project documentation.
• Demonstrate strong technical legal and commercial judgement.
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Be interested in relocating to Melbourne, Australia.

Responsibilities

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex construction contracts.
• Project development and procurement documentation.
• Construction and infrastructure agreements.
• Advising clients on contractual risk and project delivery structures.
• Negotiating with contractors, developers, government entities and other sophisticated stakeholders.
• Supporting major projects from initial development and procurement through to delivery.

Skills

NZ qualified

Construction law

PQE 3

Australian admission

Job description

Tyler Wren is seeking a New Zealand qualified Construction Lawyer to relocate to Melbourne and join a globally recognised top tier law firm. You will work with leading partners on major construction, infrastructure and projects matters, advising sophisticated clients on front-end issues.

This role offers exposure to high-profile projects, long-term career progression and a supportive, diverse work environment with flexible hybrid arrangements.