Senior Associate - Construction, Infrastructure and Projects

Russell Kennedy; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Mentoring and professional development

Job summary

A commercial law firm is seeking a Senior Associate in Construction, Infrastructure, and Projects for their Melbourne office. This role involves drafting contracts, advising on major projects, and contributing to business development. The ideal candidate exhibits strong legal expertise in construction, client engagement skills, and is eager to play a pivotal role in the firm's growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in major projects and infrastructure.
• Excellent drafting skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to convey complex ideas clearly.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate construction and commercial agreements.
• Advise on various infrastructure projects and procurement methods.
• Contribute to business development and marketing strategies.

Skills

Drafting skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Education

Law degree

Job description

Senior Associate - Construction, Infrastructure and Projects

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We are seeking to appoint a highly skilled and motivated Senior Associate to join our Corporate & Commercial team, specialising in construction, infrastructure, and front-end projects. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse and stimulating projects, engage directly with clients, and collaborate within a supportive and dynamic team environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong commercial mindset, excellent technical skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment. We are seeking a self-motivated professional who is eager to grow and evolve into a key member of our Corporate & Commercial team.

As a valued member of the team, the successful candidate will play a key role in driving business growth through strategic client engagement and marketing initiatives. Experience in business development will be essential in building and maintaining strong client relationships, identifying new opportunities, and contributing to the firm's market presence in key sectors. We seek a proactive individual who can collaborate on marketing strategies, represent the firm in networking events, and support the expansion of our construction practice through tailored client solutions.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating construction and commercial agreements.
• Acting for owners, contractors, and government in relation to a broad range of infrastructure projects in various industry sectors, including local government, State government or Commonwealth government, aged care and retirement living, schools, water infrastructure, residential developments, waste and resource recovery, and sporting and aquatic facilities.
• Advising on a range of procurement methods, including traditional methods (construct only), design and construct (D&C), relationship contracting (collaborative contracting, managing contractor and alliances), public private partnerships/project finance, and facilities operation and maintenance.
• Drafting standard form tendering and contract documentation.
• Claims management.
• Contributing to business development and marketing activities, as well as legal precedents in Russell Kennedy's sectors of focus.
• Involvement in the supervision and mentoring of both junior lawyers, and law graduates, fostering their professional development and growth within our team.

Skills/Knowledge

• Demonstrated experience in major projects work, infrastructure, construction (commercial and domestic).Excellent drafting skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to convey complex ideas or frameworks clearly.
• Well-developed initiative, with a demonstrated ability to think critically and strategically.
• A self-starter, capable of working independently with limited supervision.

Further Information
Any questions regarding the vacancy can be directed to Heidi Connell on [phone]. For further information or to submit your application for this position please visit the careers page on our website. Please note any offer of employment made by Russell Kennedy Lawyers to the successful candidate will be subject to a police check. We are currently accepting applications from direct applicants only. No agency referrals will be accepted at this stage.

Our Firm and Culture
Russell Kennedy is a commercial law firm with more than 340 people in Melbourne and Sydney. We are committed to providing exceptional legal strategies and solutions to our clients, guided by market-leading expertise across our key sectors of focus.

As part of our team, you'll receive hands-on experience, quality mentoring and access to valuable learning opportunities. We encourage a professional and committed work ethic, while recognising the importance of an enjoyable working environment and balanced lifestyle. We believe we have a culture where individuals of all backgrounds and abilities feel included and confident in bringing their whole selves to work, and where your talents are fostered, empowering you to contribute to the success of the firm.

Russell Kennedy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is certified as a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality, as well as being certified as a gold employer in the Australian Workplace Equality Index for employers with 500 or less employees. We respect and celebrate the things that make each of us different. The firm supports and promotes a range of initiatives to create an environment that is characterised by equal access and respected participation of all groups and individuals. There is a particular focus and emphasis on gender equality, inclusion of First Nations peoples, accessibility for people with disability, LGBTIQ+ inclusion, and cultural diversity. Russell Kennedy is recognised by Australian Disability Network as a Disability Confident Recruiter employer.

Russell Kennedy is committed to attracting and retaining the best talent available. We acknowledge the importance of work-life balance, all current and prospective employees have access to flexible work options and workplace adjustments including alternate accessible formats, where required. If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process please contact Heidi Connell on 03 9609 1517.

Russell Kennedy Lawyers acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we meet and work. Our offices are situated on the unceded lands of the Wurundjeri and Gadigal peoples. We pay our respects to their Elders, past and present, to their emerging leaders and to the resilience, creativity and vitality of their cultures including their laws and systems of governance.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice and Legal Services

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