Lawyer / Associate, Construction (front -end)

Irish Around Oz; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring from Partners

Career development

Job summary

Irish Around Oz in Melbourne seeks a front-end construction lawyer or associate to join its Construction and Projects team. You will advise government and major contractors on project documents and procurement strategies.

The role offers mentoring from Partners, clear career progression, and exposure to high-value infrastructure projects across education, health and transport.

Qualifications

• 2–4+ years’ PQE as a front-end/transactional construction or projects lawyer.
• Strong technical and drafting skills.
• Interest in construction and infrastructure sector.
• Client-focused approach with understanding of commercial drivers.

Responsibilities

• Advising government and major contractors and principals.
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating project documents including contracts.
• Contributing to business development and client relationships.
• Mentoring junior team members and collaborating with Partners.

Skills

Drafting skills

Client-focused

Independent thinker

Commercial awareness

Job description

A leading Australian law firm is looking for a front-end construction Lawyer or Associate to join its growing, highly regarded Construction and Projects team in Melbourne. The team is well established and works for government, local and international contractors, and principals.

The opportunity

The team works across sectors including education, health, housing, transport, water, renewable energy and social infrastructure. This role offers high-quality work in a supportive environment, with a clear pathway to keep building skills and progressing.

Key Responsibilities Include

• advising a diverse client base, including a strong government practice and major contractors and principals
• drafting, reviewing and negotiating project documents, including construction contracts, consultancy agreements, side deeds and project deeds
• contributing to business development
• working closely with the Partners and mentoring junior team members

About You

• 2–4+ years’ PQE as a front-end/transactional construction or projects lawyer, in private practice or in-house
• strong technical and drafting skills
• a real interest in the construction and infrastructure sector
• a client-focused approach and a good grasp of the commercial drivers in the industry
• an independent thinker who picks up new concepts quickly and contributes ideas

What’s On Offer

• Exposure to significant projects for government and major industry clients
• Mentoring from experienced Partners in a collaborative team
• Strong career development and progression opportunities
• A firm known for its focus on the employee experience

The firm is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all candidates.