Senior Associate/ Special Counsel - Construction, Infrastructure & Projects

About The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced back-end construction Senior Associate or Special Counsel to join one of the largest and busiest Construction, Infrastructure and Projects teams in the State. With a genuine commitment to developing our lawyers in a large specialist team environment, you will have opportunities at both a local and national level to work closely with partners in the Construction, Infrastructure and Projects team as well as other practice groups.

You will assist clients in the context of varied and large-scale projects over a range of sectors including transport and social infrastructure, renewables, commercial, and industrial working for a mix of project owners (including government), major contractors and engineering companies. You will work with clients to manage disputes during and after the delivery of projects, including in the context of adjudications and expert determinations, and act in high-value and complex litigation and arbitration. In that context, you will be expected to prepare advices, draft legal submissions for adjudications and expert determinations and have day-to-day conduct of litigious matters, which will include instructing Counsel and technical experts as well as supervising the work of less experienced lawyers.

Your clients will include government, developers, multi-national engineering companies and some of the largest head contractors in the country.

About You

The successful candidate will have extensive back-end construction experience with advanced knowledge of the sector. You will enjoy the dynamics of working in a collaborative team with a strong commitment to achieving client outcomes and a desire to continually develop your technical capability.

In addition to the above, you will have at least 7 years PAE and the following skills/ attributes:

• Ability to analyse and solve complex legal issues
• Excellent technical and strategic skills and a keen eye for detail
• Ability to plan and prioritise work to meet deadlines within a fluid work environment while meeting client expectations
• A desire and capacity to mentor, supervise and upskill less experienced lawyers in the team
• Advanced interpersonal skills and the ability to adjust your communication style based on your audience and positively influence desired outcomes
• An active team member who is committed to supporting others to reach shared goals
• The necessary skills to use discretion and deal with confidential and sensitive information appropriately
  
  

This is an excellent opportunity to join a team that operates on some of the Country’s most high-profile and interesting projects whilst being part of a collaborative and supportive team.

Who We Are

Holding Redlich is a large national commercial law firm with offices across Australia. We provide the full range of legal services to many of Australia’s largest public and private companies across a wide range of sectors and all levels of government. We are client focused with, expert industry knowledge and strong local and international connections. We strive for excellence in everything we do, and we take pride in the quality of our work.

Employee Benefits

At Holding Redlich, we strongly believe that providing employee benefits is a fundamental investment in the success and well-being of our workforce.

Our benefits include:

• A firm where partners and employees enjoy professional success within a supportive environment from modern offices.
• Family-friendly, dress for your day, flexible hours and flexible leave, including purchased leave, career breaks and study leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), flu vaccinations and social activities both inside and outside of the office.
• Employee recruitment referral bonus to recognise and reward individuals who contribute to our growth and success.
  
  

Firm awards and citations

We are proud to share that our dedication, expertise, exceptional service to our clients and commitment to the gender diversity of our employees have been recognised with prestigious legal industry awards and citations.

• Employer of Choice – Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA)
• Employer of Choice - Australasian Lawyer
• Multiple partners ranked by Best Lawyers - 30 The Best Lawyers in Australia™ awards/3 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Australia™ awards
• Doyle’s Guide – inclusion for Rising Stars, Best Lawyers, Best Firms
• Great Place to Work ® Certification
• Signatories to the Charter for Advancement for Women in Legal Profession
  
  

Community & impact

We recognise the importance of contributing to our community by supporting various initiatives, providing legal aid through pro bono work, and promoting diversity and inclusion within the firm.

This includes:

• Pro Bono Practice and Social Justice Fund
• Diversity, gender equality and wellbeing committees
• International connections through our membership of Law Exchange International
• Red Cross Life Blood group donations
  
  

What’s next?

For further information, please visit our Careers website.

To discuss this opportunity on a confidential basis, please contact Lauren Steers-Lemai, Talent Acquisition Manager, on 03 9321 9914 or [email protected].

To apply, please click on the “Apply” button and submit an up-to-date CV, academic transcripts and cover letter outlining why you are both interested and suited to the role.