Construction Associate
Job No:
CBP285
Location:
Sydney
Founded over a century ago, Colin Biggers & Paisley continues to realise our vision of being recognised as the leading provider of legal services in our chosen fields of expertise. Today our practice has over 450 staff, offices in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney, and a track record of high engagement and collaborative leadership.
About the role:
Work closely in a team of dynamic and successful Partners and Senior Associates in this industry recognised Construction practice. You will be responsible for:
- Assist in providing clients with legal advice on all facets of claims and disputes and in drafting and negotiating contracts and agreements across construction and engineering industries.
- Conduct due diligence, writing briefs and taking witness statements as required
- Regularly reviewing applicable case law and legislative changes
- Drafting a broad range of legal documents that capture the context of the matter with a commercial approach
- Conducting effective legal research and analysis to produce timely, commercial and legally accurate advice
- Managing a robust workload, including prioritising work and delivering services effectively
- Developing an understanding of client operations and strategy
- Managing prospective client relationships
- Continual professional development and managing MCLE requirements
The successful candidate:
You will be supported in this close knit team, given training, mentoring and guidance from your peers and leader. You will need to be self-motivated and adaptable in this dynamic environment. Ideal background and skills include:
- Ideally 2-4 years PAE with a background in both front and back end construction work
- OR 2-4 years PAE litigation experince at a large law firm
- Ability to manage client expectations and run simple matters
- Previous legal drafting and review experience is required
- Experience in litigation/court work would be highly regarded
- Strong attention to detail
- Client relationship focused and are interested in establishing a long-term successful career
- Ability to relate to people at all levels and effectively work in a team
- Ability to work effectively to tight deadlines and manage time
- Practical problem solving skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
About us:
At Colin Biggers & Paisley, our workplace culture focuses on excellence without losing sight of work/life balance.
We established the Colin Biggers & Paisley Foundation which brings together our entire community offering, underpinned by a central strategy of promoting and protecting the rights of women and children in Australia and abroad through pro bono legal services, volunteering and charitable contributions.
We offer an environment where our values of Balance, Respect, Loyalty and Integrity guide all of our actions. We continually invest in our people, providing training, learning and support, and promoting a social and connected environment. We also offer other benefits such as social and sporting functions, rewards and recognition, casual Fridays, massages and professional memberships.