Projects Associate Melbourne

A specialist role at the intersection of construction and regulatory compliance.

Due to continued growth were looking for alawyer with experience in or a strong interest in project delivery disputes and regulatory compliance(3-5 PQE) to join our leading Projects team in Melbourne.

Working alongside experienced construction and projects lawyers youll advise on major commercial and infrastructure projects across Australia.

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with clients on matters ranging from commercial and residential construction developments to large-scale infrastructure projects providing strategic advice on regulatory compliance contractual issues risk management and dispute avoidance.

Whether your experience is in disputes and litigation construction law or public law youll have the opportunity to broaden your expertise and play a key role in a growing and dynamic practice.

As part of our highly regarded Projects team you will:

• Advise clients on compliance with building legislation statutory processes regulatory proceedings and appeals in the construction and infrastructure sectors

• Advise on project strategy contract administration and contractual claims

• Support clients across contentious and non-contentious matters including civil litigation arbitration and alternative dispute resolution

• Work closely with senior lawyers on high-profile and complex matters

• Build strong relationships with leading clients across Australia and APAC

• Develop your technical and commercial skills through exposure to market-leading work

About you

Were looking for a commercially minded lawyer who is curious collaborative and excited by the opportunity to work on industry-defining projects.

You will bring:

• Australian legal qualifications and 3-5 years post-qualification experience

• Experience in civil litigation and/or public law ideally with exposure to the construction or infrastructure sectors

• Strong drafting analytical and research skills with keen attention to detail

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities

• A proactive solutions-focused approach

• The ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

• A genuine interest in working closely with clients to solve complex challenges

• Strong academic qualifications enthusiasm and a commitment to ongoing professional development

About the team

Our Projects practice is recognised as one of Australias leading construction and infrastructure teams.

We advise on some of the countrys largest and most complex projects across renewable energy transport utilities and social infrastructure. Working across every stage of the project lifecycle we provide strategic commercial and practical advice to help clients successfully deliver critical projects.

Youll join a collaborative and supportive team where development is a genuine priority. With access to experienced mentors meaningful client exposure and high-quality work youll have every opportunity to accelerate your career and deepen your expertise.

Applications

If youre looking to move beyond traditional construction law and play a hands-on role in delivering some of the regions most significant infrastructure and energy projects wed love to hear from you.

This role is being exclusively managed by the Pinsent Masons Talent Acquisition team.For a confidential discussion please contact Kara Powell at