BRISBANE | FULL TIME
- A true meritocracy model – be promoted by your contribution and not held back by outdated structures
- Flexible work arrangements
- Generous leave policies including purchase, parental and performance reward leave.
About us
HWL Ebsworth is not your typical law firm. Our rapid rise to become the largest legal partnership in Australia shows that in our case, the differences are real. We deliver first class legal advice to our Government and commercial clients in every State and Territory across Australia. Firm-wide, we have 283 partners and over 1,700 people.
The opportunity
We have an opportunity for the right candidate to join our highly regarded Brisbane Construction & Infrastructure Practice led by Ross Williams, together with Paul Gordon and Colin Harris. The successful candidate will have an opportunity to specialise in construction and infrastructure law encompassing both front and back end construction with exposure to a wide range of clients in the building, renewables, civil, infrastructure, mining, education and health sectors. In this role you will:
- provide advice on construction contracts;
- manage litigation, arbitration and adjudication from start to finish;
- work on claims and disputes arising out of major infrastructure projects
- advise on legislation impacting the construction industry.
To succeed in this role, you will have:
- at least two plus years post-admission experience;
- excellent communication skills;
- exposure to, and a genuine interest in, construction law;
- strong drafting skills;
- commercial acumen and critical thinking capabilities; and
- leadership skills commensurate with your post admission experience.
What we offer
- Unrivalled career pathways: Our unique meritocracy model proudly offers our staff career development promoting talent based solely on merit. Our size, range of experience and competitive pricing model will provide you with everything you need to succeed. Unlike our competitors, our solicitor to partner ratio enables greater mentoring and client engagement. Our 180 day career forecasting sessions provide the platform to fast-track your progression.
- Work life balance: We offer flexible work arrangements to support your work life balance.
- Location: Our Brisbane office comes with a childcare centre, end of trip facilities and a spectacular rooftop with CBD views and for hosting events.
- Culture: Be part of a firm renowned for its friendly and down-to-earth culture.
- Prestige: Join a firm consistently ranked at the forefront of the Australian legal market where your work is recognised nationally.
How to apply
To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to Violet Rush on vrush@hwle.com.au. Applicants must have full working rights in Australia and a valid practicing certificate to apply.
HWL Ebsworth also strongly encourages applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.