Senior In-House Counsel — Construction Contracts (Remote)

Burgess Paluch; Melbourne; Remote; AUD 203,000 - 295,000; Part time

Job summary

Burgess Paluch in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Contract Lawyer for an in-house role focusing on construction, commercial and property matters. The position is contract, casual/temporary, offering remote work and a competitive daily rate.

Initial engagement is 3 months with potential extension, designed for work‑life balance and no commute. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in property and construction law, and can operate autonomously within a large, blue‑chip environment

Qualifications

• Senior construction, commercial and property lawyer with extensive experience.
• Must hold Australian unrestricted practicing certificate.
• Ability to work autonomously on complex matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑level construction, commercial and property legal advice to the in-house team.
• Handle large projects and joint ventures with minimal supervision.
• Work remotely with a focus on delivering practical, timely legal solutions.

Skills

Construction law

Contract law

Property law

Commercial law

Job description

Burgess Paluch in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Contract Lawyer for an in-house role focusing on construction, commercial and property matters. The position is contract, casual/temporary, offering remote work and a competitive daily rate.

Initial engagement is 3 months with potential extension, designed for work‑life balance and no commute. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in property and construction law, and can operate autonomously within a large, blue‑chip environment