Construction Senior Associate – Legal

• Sydney of Melbpurne based
• Front-End Construction
• Renewable Energy focused

We are currently working on both Associate and Senior Associate Legal positions – Construction opportunities based in Sydney or Melbourne with one of the most respected and fastest-growing law firms in Australia and New Zealand. They’ve built a strong reputation for their work across the energy sector and are recognised for both their technical capability and progressive approach.

What sets this firm apart is their fully integrated Energy practice. They advise across the entire project lifecycle—covering development, property, energy M&A, regulatory, construction, and disputes—giving their lawyers exposure to complex, high-value matters and genuine commercial insight into energy businesses.

These roles sit within a forward-thinking team where you’ll work closely with Partners on a broad mix of matters, including project development, construction, financing, investment, joint ventures, and M&A transactions across Australia and the APAC region.

They’re ideally looking for Associates with:

• 3–7 years’ front-end construction experience
• Exposure to (or interest in) the energy sector
• A genuine passion for new energy
• A collaborative, innovative, and down-to-earth mindset

The firm is particularly well known for its culture and career development, offering:

• Strong mentoring and access to high-quality work and clients
• A genuinely collaborative and high-performing team
• Competitive remuneration, including equity via an ESOP
• A clear and transparent bonus structure
• An additional week of leave focused on personal development
• Real support in building your own client base and practice

It’s a great opportunity for someone looking to step into a more progressive environment without compromising on the quality of work.

To apply please send your CV to: mark@phillipriley.com.au