At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a top-tier law firm and provide expert legal advice in construction.
- Company: Modern Australian law firm known for exceptional service and employee experience.
- Benefits: Flexible work, generous parental leave, health perks, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Diverse workplace committed to inclusion and community involvement.
- Why this job: Advance your legal career while working on impactful projects with a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Experience as a back-end lawyer in construction with strong drafting skills.
The predicted salary is between 90000 - 110000 $ per year.
We are a modern Australian law firm with a leading reputation. We focus on exceptional service, operational excellence and being at the forefront of employee experience. We work closely with Australian and international businesses, organisations and governments.
About the role
We are currently looking for a full-time back-end Senior Associate Construction Lawyer to join our highly regarded Sydney team. Our construction team is well recognised by its government departments, major construction companies and developers clients for practical and commercial advice. In this role you will further progress your career whilst working with a supportive, close knit team. You will be afforded excellent training as you will have the opportunity to work closely with partner and clients on interesting and high quality work.
About you
- Currently be working as a back-end lawyer in a construction or projects team
- Have a strong technical legal ability and a genuine interest in working in the construction and infrastructure sector
- A client-focused approach with a deep understanding of commercial drivers
- The ability to demonstrate exceptional drafting skills
- An independent thinker, comfortable learning new concepts quickly
A diverse and inclusive workplace
We have been named an employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workforce Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) every year since 2004 along with being named a Silver Employer at the Australian Workplace Equality Index's 2024 LGBTQ Inclusion Awards. We promote diversity internally through our Maddocks Gender Equality Network, Maddocks CALD, Maddocks Disability Inclusion and Maddocks Pride groups.
Career Development
Learn and develop through structured learning and development programs at each stage of your career and study support programs.
Community involvement
Give back to the communities in which we operate through our thriving pro bono and grants programs and staff volunteering initiatives.
Work flexibly
Work in a hybrid way with part of your week in the office and support to set up your home office.
Wellbeing & Benefits
Access to up to 20 weeks paid parental leave, discounted gym memberships & health insurance, salary continuance insurance, Employee Assistance Program and parents and carers wellbeing programs. Our people are our greatest advocates and we believe this is a result of our inclusive culture and focus on complex and interesting work.
To be eligible for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.
Senior Associate in Sydney employer: Maddocks
Maddocks is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and supportive work culture, particularly within our Public Law team in Melbourne. We prioritise employee growth through comprehensive training and development opportunities, including mentorship for junior lawyers, ensuring that you can thrive in your career while making a meaningful impact on both government and private clients.
