Lawyer - Construction Disputes

Join a team with a commitment to each other; a strong community contribution; and a drive to achieve results for clients.McCullough Robertson is a leading independent Australian law firm, working with high-calibre national and international clients.We provide exceptional opportunities for our employees to perform, grow and succeed, through extensive training and career development. Our teams work together and support one another to achieve our individual and collective goals.Backed by a national team of over 400 staff located in Brisbane, Sydney, and Canberra, McCullough Robertson is a big firm, without the attitude.The teamOur Construction and Infrastructure team is currently engaged on major projects throughout Australia, across an array of sectors including resources and renewables (wind and solar), water and waste, transport (roads, bridges, rail, tunnels) and social infrastructure (health and education). Our technical expertise is also sought on regulatory issues that impact our clients' projects.We advise our clients on significant matters, structured in appropriately sized Partner-led teams, ensuring that each member of our team plays a key role and is given genuine opportunities for professional growth, client engagement and thought leadership.The roleWe are looking for an experienced lawyer to join our construction dispute resolution team. We operate in all aspects of contentious construction, including litigation, domestic and international arbitrations, contractual dispute resolution processes and Security of Payment adjudications, as well as providing strategic project delivery advice to clients. As part of a national team, you will work directly with our clients and the Partners across Brisbane and Sydney.ExperienceAs the successful candidate, you will be a skilled lawyer, ideally with two to four years of post-admission experience gained in construction law or dispute resolution.BenefitsAt McCullough Robertson, we offer a supportive and balanced work environment.We offer the following benefits for our employees:

• Dedicated Diversity committee with an innovative program focusing on all areas of diversity and inclusion;
• Attractive further education program and supportive learning and development opportunities throughout your whole career;
• Mentoring and sponsorship opportunities as well as coaching and leadership support;
• Holistic Health and Wellbeing program including subsidised gym membership and active social and sporting committees; and
• In-house barista and end-of-trip facilities.

Inclusion and DiversityWe are a leader in diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating an environment where our employees want to come to work.Our commitment is to create an accessible and informed workplace, where we can collectively make a difference for everyone, including people with disability, to gain equal opportunities and grow their careers at McR. This is our commitment to diversity and inclusion and how we bring to life our McR values.An award-winning law firm, we have received the prestigious Employer of Choice for Gender Equality citation for the tenth consecutive year and have recently been awarded by Lawyers Weekly - Diversity Law Firm of the Year.To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply for Job" button, and submit your application on-line. Alternatively, please contact Sophie Sims on 07 3914 8462 for a confidential discussion.We're an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.