Front End Projects & Construction

Construction Lawyer | Melbourne | NZ Lawyers

Are you a New Zealand qualified Construction Lawyer considering a move to Australia?

This is a rare opportunity to relocate to Melbourne and join a globally recognised top tier law firm. You will work alongside highly regarded partners on major construction, infrastructure and projects matters, advising sophisticated clients on complex front end legal issues.
The role offers excellent exposure to high profile projects, strong long term career progression and the opportunity to establish your legal career in one of Australia's leading legal markets.

Benefits

• Clear pathway for long term career progression
• Work alongside leading Projects & Construction lawyers
• Exposure to major Australian and international projects
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Highly regarded employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion

The Role
You will work primarily on the front end of major construction and infrastructure projects, advising clients on matters including:

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex construction contracts
• Project development and procurement documentation
• Construction and infrastructure agreements
• Advising clients on contractual risk and project delivery structures
• Negotiating with contractors, developers, government entities and other sophisticated stakeholders
• Supporting major projects from initial development and procurement through to delivery

Skills & Experience
To be considered, you will:

• Be a New Zealand or Australian qualified lawyer with at least 3 years PQE
• Have strong experience in front end construction law, projects or infrastructure
• Have experience drafting and negotiating construction or project documentation
• Demonstrate strong technical legal and commercial judgement
• Have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Be interested in relocating to Melbourne, Australia

Australian admission is not essential at the outset, with eligibility for Australian admission being the key consideration for NZ qualified lawyers.
  
About the Firm
Join a globally recognised top tier law firm with an extensive international network and a highly regarded Projects & Construction practice.

The firm acts for major developers, contractors, government entities and corporate clients on some of the market's most significant projects. You will work within a collaborative and high performing legal team, alongside lawyers who are recognised leaders in their respective fields.

The firm is also recognised for its commitment to diversity, inclusion and gender equality.

Contact
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, contact Ben Holloway at [email protected] or on [+64 9 972 9988](tel:+64 9 972 9988) (NZ) or [+61 480 841 501](tel:+61 480 841 501) (AU).

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