Solicitor - Construction - Brisbane

Mallesons; Brisbane; Sur place; AUD 110 000 - 170 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Mallesons Brisbane is seeking a Solicitor (2-3 PQE) to join our market-leading Construction practice in Brisbane. You will work closely with Partner Shannon Etwell and the Construction team, gaining hands-on exposure to front-end construction matters, risk analysis, and major project work.

This role offers exceptional training, a collaborative culture, and the chance to contribute to nationally significant projects such as energy, resources and infrastructure developments, with ongoing

Qualifications

• Front-end construction experience.
• Ability to draft complex construction and project documents.
• Strong analytical, communication and research skills.

Responsabilités

• Draft and review complex construction and project documents.
• Provide front-end construction advice and risk analysis on major projects.
• Collaborate with partners and the team to deliver high-value matters.

Connaissances

Front-end construction

Contract drafting

Analytical skills

Communication

Research skills

Description du poste

About the role

Our market-leading Construction practice is seeking a Solicitor (2-3 PQE) to join our Brisbane team. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your career within a collegiate, high-performing environment while gaining exposure to some of Australia's most exciting projects. You will work closely with Partner Shannon Etwell and the broader Construction team, receiving ongoing supervision, and hands‑on experience. The team provides comprehensive advice on front‑end construction and major project matters, including risk analysis, project structuring, delivery models, and contract drafting and negotiation. You will be supported in building your skills across these areas, while contributing to complex, high‑value transactions. You will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of major matters for leading energy, resources and infrastructure clients, including projects such as the Gabba Arena Project, Brisbane Stadium, Cross River Rail, Gold Coast Athletes Village, the Wave, Waterfront, a variety of nationally significant solar, wind, BESS, transmission and gas power projects, as well as being at the forefront of major data centre developments.

• Front-end construction expertise.
• Experience in drafting complex construction and project documents.
• Strong analytical, communication and research skills, with attention to detail.
• Commercial curiosity - a drive to keep up to date with construction sector issues and developments to enhance personal performance and client delivery.
• A commitment to client service, with the opportunity to begin building relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
• A collaborative and team-focused approach.
• A willingness to embrace new technologies, including AI‑enabled legal tools, as part of your ongoing professional development.

Who are we?

We are Mallesons. The top-tier independent firm from Australia, a full-service firm trusted on the most complex and consequential matters across our region and around the world. We've been part of Australia's story for almost 200 years and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waters. Our independence gives us the flexibility to combine our extensive top tier full-service capability with the best advisers in every market. With deep expertise, collective judgment and genuine collaboration, we cut through complexity so our clients can move forward with confidence and make more happen.

Why work with us?

We build careers that go everywhere. Mallesons is a special place to work where anything is possible, ambitions are limitless and diversity and inclusion play an important role. It's a place where you will collaborate with exceptional colleagues and clients, where you will sharpen your edge and support others to do the same, where you will make a difference you can be proud of. You will have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives, benefits, policies and process that will support you to achieve your career goals.

Together we learn. Together we master. Together we lead.

If you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you must hold all visas and other approvals necessary for you to work for the firm in Australia.

Diversity and Inclusion

Mallesons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from diverse backgrounds. We welcome, value, support and harness the positive benefits that people's different life experiences bring, especially as they relate to gender, sexual identity, culture, faith, disability and life stages. If you are unsure if you meet all criteria for this role, but have a passion for delivering high quality work, developing your skills and realising your full potential, then we encourage you and have a further conversation about how you could fit at Mallesons. We have a range of inclusive hiring practices - if you would like to seek workplace adjustments to complete your application please contact the Recruitment contact for this role or email [e-mail]