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Senior Associate - Construction Litigation


Company : Taylor Root


Location : Sydney, New South Wales


Created : 2025-05-09


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Senior Associate - Construction LitigationSenior Associate - Construction Litigation1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicantsDirect message the job poster from Taylor RootDirector, Taylor Root. I connect law firms with top legal talent, and help lawyers make excellent career choices.About the role:We are helping a leading global law firm with a strong presence in the Asia-Pacific region, find a highly skilled and motivated Construction Litigation Senior Associate to join their team. You will work with an award-winning construction Partner and other senior members of the team, providing expert legal advice and representation in contentious construction matters.We have met the partner a few times having helped a junior move to the team, and she is highly personable and focused on ensuring her people are happy at work. She is a member of the firm''s Diversity Committee and was elected to the firm''s Australian Board in 2019.Key Responsibilities:Manage and lead complex construction litigation cases, including contract disputes, adjudications, and alternative dispute resolution.Draft and negotiate construction contracts and related legal documents.Provide strategic legal advice to clients in the construction, engineering, and infrastructure sectors.Represent clients in court proceedings, arbitrations, and mediations.Collaborate with project teams to ensure legal compliance and risk management.Mentor and supervise junior associates and legal staff.Qualifications:Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction litigation or a related field.Strong knowledge of construction law, including the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 (NSW).Proven track record of successfully managing complex litigation cases.Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Admission to practice law in Australia.Why we like the role:Opportunity to work with a leading construction lawyer and industry expert, Sandra Steele.Access to high-profile and challenging cases in the construction and infrastructure sectors.Supportive and collaborative work environment.Competitive salary and benefits package.Professional development and career advancement opportunities.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionLegalIndustriesLaw PracticeReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Taylor Root by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Litigation Associate roles.Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoChatswood, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoAssociate or Senior Associate - Employment LawyerSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoMillers Point, New South Wales, Australia 4 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoAssociate Corporate Counsel , AU Stores LegalSydney, New South Wales, Australia 6 days agoLegal Counsel - Commercial Litigation and Dispute ResolutionSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 month agoLitigation Lawyer (1-5 PQE), ex-Top Tier PartnersSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoLawyer - Insurance and Dispute LitigationSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 5 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 month agoLawyer 3+ year Corporate and Commercial LawSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 4 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoBaulkham Hills, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoFamily/ Criminal Law - Admitted SolicitorBankstown, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 9 hours agoConstruction Litigation Lawyer/Senior AssociateSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoPublic Law - Lawyer/Associate/Senior AssociateSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 months agoMascot, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr