Senior Associate or Special Counsel, Construction Disputes Lawyer

Montgomery Advisory; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery Advisory in Sydney seeks a Senior Associate or Special Counsel-level construction disputes lawyer to join the Construction, Projects and Infrastructure group. You will handle dispute resolution across infrastructure, utilities and government projects, with opportunities for progression, mentorship and exposure to major contractor work in a market-leading practice.

This is a high-visibility role that combines technical skill with client-facing responsibilities in a dynamic Australian

Qualifications

• 4+ years' experience in back-end construction law or disputes with a focus on construction.
• Strong written and spoken communication and client-facing ability.

Responsibilities

• Act for major contractors on dispute resolution across infrastructure projects.
• Involve litigation, arbitration, mediation and expert determination.
• Support across transport, utilities, government and renewable energy sectors.
• Be part of a growing, busy team with progression opportunities.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Team player

Job description

We represent a major Australian law firm comprising lawyers across a number of Australian offices, and including a significant global network.

As an upshot of growth, the Sydney office are now looking to hire a Senior Associate or Special Counsel level construction disputes lawyer.

Construction, Projects and Infrastructure

The Construction, Projects and Infrastructure group work on some of the most significant infrastructure, construction, engineering, mining and renewable energy projects in the Asia-Pacific region for a range of public and private participants.

As a market leading practice, you can expect to work with individuals at the top of their game.

Position Description

This is a position which will provide unparalleled opportunities for progression, mentorship and skill development in this area of law.

You will act for principally major contractors on a mix of dispute resolution including litigation, arbitration, mediation and expert determination across infrastructure (transport and social), utilities (water, power, gas and telecommunications), government (defence, rail) and renewable energy.

This is a great opportunity for a driven and talented junior to mid-level lawyer who wants to be part of a growing and busy team with genuine progression opportunities in a market-leading practice.

Requirements

You will be a lawyer with most likely 4+ years' experience,in back-end construction law or a disputes lawyer looking to specialise in construction.

In addition, you will:

• haveexcellent communication skills, both written and verbal as well as people skills
• have strong attention to detail with well-developed analytical skills
• be wanting to be part of a highly energetic and driven team.

In return, you will be rewarded with an impressive remuneration package, excellent career development opportunities and a great team environment.

Contact

For further information, please contact Andrew Rees on [phone] or [e-mail]

We are committed to fostering a truly inclusive process for all candidates who wish to apply. If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application process, please contact [e-mail].