4 days ago
Key requirements
2-5 years PQE Experience across either front or back-end construction matters Ability to communicate effectively and professionally (written and verbal) Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to quickly build rapport with internal and external stakeholders
The role
Gadens is seeking a Construction Associate with 2-5 years of PQE to join their highly regarded team in Sydney. This role will involve preparing and negotiating agreements for building and engineering projects and handling dispute resolution, supporting Partner Matt Taylor.
What you'll do
- Prepare and negotiate all types of agreements, contracts and documents for building and engineering projects
- Handle dispute resolution of all types in courts, arbitration and relevant tribunals
- Work both autonomously and collaboratively with Partners and other senior members of the team
- Have considerable client contact
- Mentor junior lawyers, such as Graduates, as required
What we're looking for
2-5 years PQE
Experience across either front or back-end construction matters
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally (written and verbal)
Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to quickly build rapport with internal and external stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to be curious about the industries and markets within which clients operate and develop knowledge quickly
Demonstrated skillset to manage timeframes and proactively manage priorities as part of a high performing team in a fast-paced working environment
Interest in both front-end and back-end construction matters· nice to have
Benefits
Hybrid working arrangements
Flexible working hours
Equipment to support working from home
Generous incentive program recognising both billable performance and broader contribution
Employee recruitment referral program
30 weeks paid parental leave for all permanent staff
Superannuation contributions while on parental leave
External coach to support through various stages of parental leave
Support and paid leave for surrogacy and IVF treatment
Ability to purchase up to 3 weeks of annual leave a year
A gifted day of leave for your birthday month
Regular social events
Employee assistant program
Discounted private health insurance
Annual flu vaccinations
Skin checks
Recognition awards
Access to professional development for all employees
Coaching
Mentoring
Study support for further education
Pro bono program
Staff volunteering initiatives
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