Addisons is looking for a motivated Senior Associate to join our growing Construction team. This is a unique opportunity to take the next step in your career, working closely with a highly regarded partner and a team of lawyers in a practice recognised for its excellence.
You’ll advise clients across the full spectrum of construction law back-end litigation and dispute resolution. Our matters span diverse industries, including commercial, industrial, property development and energy projects. You will work closely with partners and clients on major projects, while mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to the growth of the practice.
You’ll be part of a team of exceptional lawyers recognised for their expertise in both construction transactions and disputes. The partner leading the practice has consistently been acknowledged as one of Australia’s leading construction and infrastructure lawyers since 2014, including recognition in Best Lawyers™ for Construction / Infrastructure Law and in Doyle’s Guide as a Leading Lawyers in NSW Construction & Infrastructure Litigation.
Addisons is proud to be recognised by Australasian Lawyer as a ‘5-Star Employer of Choice’ 2023-2025’ and considered one of the top law firms to work for in Australia.
- Manage complex construction disputes, including litigation, arbitration, expert determinations, and adjudications across multiple jurisdictions in Australia.
- Advise clients on risk allocation, compliance, and regulatory matters affecting construction and infrastructure projects.
- Conduct legal research and prepare high-quality written advice, correspondence, and submissions.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and service delivery.
- Supporting business development initiatives and contributing to thought leadership in the construction and infrastructure sector.
- Contribute to a collaborative team culture, supervising and mentoring junior lawyers, providing guidance and feedback to support their professional development.
- At least 6-10 years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) in construction law, with exposure to both front-end and/or back-end matters.
- Outstanding academic record and strong technical legal skills, with the ability to analyse complex issues and provide practical, commercially focused advice.
- Proven experience in litigation and dispute resolution within construction, managing complex matters.
- Strong client relationship management skills, delivering commercially oriented and strategic advice to diverse clients.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to convey complex information clearly and persuasively.
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple deadlines.
- A proactive, organised, and adaptable approach with strong leadership qualities including mentoring junior lawyers to support their development.
- A high level of professionalism and client service focus, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively, contributing to a high-performing, dynamic team environment.
As a responsible employer, we are committed to taking proactive measures to ensure our employees are afforded equal access to employment, promotion and learning and development opportunities within our workplace.
