Senior Lawyer - Major Projects Litigation

Law Staff

Brisbane QLD (Hybrid)

Litigation and Dispute Resolution (Legal)

Full time

Paying up to 250,000 plus great progression plan

Step into a rare opportunity with Queensland’s largest and most highly regarded construction law team. Join a market-leading practice working alongside five specialist partners on landmark projects and high-stakes international arbitrations that are shaping Queensland’s future.

With a strong emphasis on mentorship, collaboration, and merit-based progression, you’ll be supported to build a long-term career in an environment that genuinely invests in its people.

Why You’ll Thrive Here

Meaningful, high-impact work to Play a key role in billion-dollar projects and disputes that influence Queensland’s skyline and critical infrastructure

Clear growth pathway to Genuine partnership prospects and accelerated progression within a firm known for developing and retaining top talent

Attractive rewards to Highly competitive remuneration (circa 250k for Senior Associates), sign-on bonuses, and benefits aligned with your expertise

Modern flexibility to Work remotely 1to2 days per week following induction, with a culture that understands and supports personal commitments

The Work You’ll Do

Billion-dollar international arbitrations

Major project adjudications (hundreds of millions of dollars)

Infrastructure litigation and Security of Payment claims

Supreme Court construction litigation and contract risk management

Acting for national developers, contractors, consultants, and subcontractors

Who We’re Looking For

4+ years’ PAE in construction or commercial litigation

A lawyer eager to specialise in projects and infrastructure law

Motivated by complex, high-value work and ready to take on meaningful responsibility

Commercial, technically strong, and collaborative in approach

Join a firm where lawyers work with purpose, tackle complex challenges, and regularly compete with top-tier firms on headline matters, without the top-tier grind.

Express Your Interest Confidentially

We believe the best career decisions are made with the right information. That’s why we invite you to have a relaxed, confidential chat with us either over the phone, VC or over coffee or tea with no obligation, just an open conversation about your goals.

You’ll receive a detailed brief about this role and others that may suit your experience before deciding if it’s the right fit.

To learn more:

Click APPLY and upload your profile, quoting reference CN030126

Even if this role isn’t quite what you’re looking for, we’d still love to connect. We regularly work on unadvertised opportunities across private practice and in-house.

Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Email your resume to Bianca Davies at bianca@lawstaff.com.au