Construction & Major Projects Lawyer (1-3 PAE)

About Batch Mewing

Batch Mewing is an award-winning Australian law firm specialising in construction, employment, dispute resolution and commercial law. We advise clients across Australia and are continuing to grow our Sydney construction and major projects capability.

Our firm includes 30 legal professionals and 7 principals, creating a strong platform for lawyers who want direct access to senior practitioners, meaningful client work and a clear pathway for development. Our growing Sydney office presents an opportunity to work with a more close-knit team of approximately 5, while retaining access to, and ability to work with, the broader firm.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a motivated Construction Lawyer with approximately 1-3 years PAE to join our Sydney-based construction and major projects team. This role will suit a lawyer who enjoys a mix of front-end construction contracting, security of payment work and construction disputes, and who wants hands-on mentoring from experienced practitioners.

What You Will Work On

• Front-end construction contract review, advice, negotiation and drafting.
• Advising on rights and obligations under the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999.
• Assisting with the preparation of adjudication applications, responses and supporting materials.
• Drafting pleadings, affidavits and correspondence for litigated construction claims.
• Briefing and liaising with technical construction industry experts.
• Supporting clients with contract administration, project issues, claims management and dispute strategy.
• Delegating to, supervising and supporting junior team members where appropriate.

About You

• A lawyer with approximately 1-3 years post-admission experience, ideally with exposure to construction law, infrastructure, major projects, commercial litigation, contract advisory or disputes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain legal issues clearly and commercially.
• Attention to detail, sound judgement and a practical approach to client service.
• A collaborative team player who enjoys learning, contributing ideas and working closely with principals and colleagues.
• Construction law experience will be highly regarded, but we also welcome lawyers with related disputes, commercial or contracts experience who are keen to specialise in construction and projects.

Why Join Us

• Work directly with principals and gain immersive, hands-on experience from day one.
• Join a growing Sydney construction and major projects practice with meaningful client contact.
• Develop your technical skills across both front-end construction and disputes work.
• Build connections across the construction, infrastructure and legal industries.
• Progress quickly in a performance-driven environment that recognises excellence.
• Enjoy complimentary lunch every Wednesday as part of our Lunch & Learn professional development program.
• Receive competitive remuneration and strong career development opportunities.

How To Apply

Please email your resume and cover letter to Nicole Labuschagne at Sign in to view email. Use the subject line: Sydney Construction Lawyer, 1-3 PAE. For those with less than 2 years PAE, please also supply a copy of your law academic transcript (no need to provide PLT transcript).

For more information about Batch Mewing Lawyers, please visit www.batchmewing.com.au.

We prefer to connect with applicants directly and kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from recruitment agencies. Due to the high volume of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted to progress to the next stage.