At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage your own clients and handle all aspects of building law.
- Company: Join a relaxed yet professional law firm in North Manly.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, free parking, and the chance to surf at lunch.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in construction law while enjoying the beach lifestyle.
- Qualifications: 1-3 years experience in building litigation and strong drafting skills.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
Mitchell and Shorten Lawyers – North Manly NSW
Mitchell & Shorten Lawyers is a small established law firm specialising in building law.
We enjoy a relaxed yet professional working environment and like to take advantage of the Manly lifestyle.
The Role
We are seeking a solicitor to join us on a full-time basis.
The role will involve working 5 days per week with flexible hours.
Initially it will be based in the office but there is potential to work from home.
This role will suit a mid-level building lawyer (1+ years PQE) who wants to manage his or her own clients and become a leader in the firm.
- Key Attractions
- Unlimited potential to make the role your own
- Scope to take ownership of client matters and relationships
- No bureaucracy
- Free parking on site
- Opportunity to go to the beach and surf at lunch time
Salary commensurate with experience.
Key Responsibilities
Your responsibilities will include all facets of front and back end residential building law including:
- Preparing pleadings and evidence
- Briefing experts and counsel
- Providing client advice
- Settlement negotiations and documentation
- Client management
- Building and construction litigation
- Contractual and commercial disputes
- Procurement and front-end advisory work
- Complex construction claims and dispute resolution
You will report directly to the firm’s principal and act as the anti-money laundering compliance officer for the firm.
Skill & Experience
Please note that successful candidates will have to pass a police clearance check due to the role as the firm’s anti money laundering compliance officer.
- Required Skills
- Experience in building litigation
- Familiarity of the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW), Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 (NSW), Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020 (NSW)and other relevant legislation
- 1–3 years PAE in litigation and commercial law (property experience helpful but not essential)
- A genuine interest in construction law – contracts, projects, disputes, problem-solving
- Exposure to general commercial disputes connected to construction and property matters
- Strong drafting skills and attention to detail
- Experience in drafting and preparing costs assessment applications
- Confidence and maturity
- Experience in using SILQ, Xero, NSW Online Registry and AI software (Parachute)
- Ability to speak multiple languages is a benefit but not a requirement
- Ability to work in a small team
- Experience with clients from other countries
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Solicitor employer: Mitchell and Shorten Lawyers
Mitchell and Shorten Lawyers offers an exceptional working environment in North Manly, where the relaxed yet professional culture allows solicitors to thrive. With flexible hours, opportunities for client ownership, and the unique advantage of enjoying beach breaks during lunch, this small firm prioritises employee satisfaction and growth. Join a team that values your contributions and provides the potential for leadership in building law.
Contact Details:
Mitchell and Shorten Lawyers Recruitment Team
