Associate, Projects and Construction at Allens

The role

An Associate with 2-5 years of experience is sought by Allens to join their Projects and Construction team in Sydney. This role focuses on both the litigious and non-litigious aspects of construction and infrastructure work, advising on disputes, claims, and key project documents.

What you'll do

Advise on prosecuting and defending formal proceedings and adjudication applications arising from construction and infrastructure projects
Advise on claims and disputes arising during the contract phase of major projects
Advise on key project documents on major infrastructure and energy projects
Advise on various alternative dispute resolution processes including mediation and conciliation
Play an important role delivering client work on market-leading projects and disputes
Work closely with partners to identify and win new work opportunities

What we're looking for

2-5 years of experience

Experience in front-end and back-end construction matters at a well-regarded international or Australian firm

Broader projects and infrastructure experience

Ability to work independently

Ability to manage smaller matters and elements of larger matters

Strong team ethic

Willingness to develop others through mentoring and sharing experiences and networks

Interest in building an understanding of clients and developing effective working relationships with clients

Willingness to participate in business development activities

Ability to establish a professional profile and internal networks

Benefits

Hybrid working (60% in the office)

Flexibility matters

Market competitive fixed remuneration

Generous incentive plan that recognises both billable and broader contribution

Employee recruitment referral program

Discounts at hundreds of suppliers including retail outlets, health and travel insurance

Charity matched funding program

Fully subsidised gym memberships

Annual flu vaccinations

Skin checks

In-house snacks and catered meals

Subsidised sporting and social activities

Employee Assistance Program including confidential counselling, wellbeing coaching and financial coaching for employees and their families

Regular wellbeing sessions with our in-house consulting Psychologist

Equipment to support working from home

Ability to purchase additional annual leave

26 weeks paid parental leave with no minimum service for permanent employees

High quality executive coaching to support the transition

Possible secondments to many of Linklaters' overseas offices

Team based recognition including social activities and contribution based recognition activities

Annual Allens Values Awards to nominate and recognise the incredible contributions of our people

Opportunity to make a difference through our work on reconciliation, the environment and other social justice issues

Workplace giving and volunteering programs

Hiring contacts

Ena Pita

Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant

ena.pita@allens.com.au

Associate, Projects and Construction