Senior Associate, Construction (front-end)Legal - Construction | MelbourneAbout usWe 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.Our Victorian Construction and Projects team is one of the largest in Melbourne and works in a variety of sectors, including education, social infrastructure, housing, renewable energy, healthcare, transport and water.About the roleWe are currently looking for a front-end Associate/Senior Associate (4-6+ years PQE) to join our highly regarded, dynamic and growing Melbourne team.In this role you would:Work for a wide range of clients, encompassing a strong Government practice, major local and international contractors and principals;Draft, review, negotiate and provide advice on a range of project documentation, including construction contracts, consultancy agreements, side deeds and Project Deeds;Contribute to the team's business development activities;Mentor the more junior team members and work alongside Partners Simone Holding, Andrew Pitney and Sefton Warner.This is a great opportunity to join a team where you will do high-quality work in a supportive environment and be able to build on your skills to further progress your career.Please note that all of our roles are flexible at Maddocks and we are very open to this being a part-time role (3-4 days per week).About youIn order to be considered, to be successful and thrive in this role, you will:Currently be working as a transactional/front-end lawyer in a construction or projects team either in private practice or in-house;Have a sound technical legal ability and drafting skills;Have a genuine interest in working in the construction and infrastructure sector;Exhibit a client-focused approach with a deep understanding of commercial drivers in the industry;Be an independent thinker, comfortable learning new concepts quickly and contributing your ideas to discussions.Maddocks is simply a great place to do great work. We foster a culture of collaboration, learning and engagement where you will experience: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 Bronze Employer at the Australian Workplace Equality Index's 2022 LGBTQ Inclusion Awards. We promote diversity internally through our Maddocks Women, Maddocks CALD 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.Ready for your next career move? Make your Move to Maddocks – Apply Now.
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