Job Description

Master Builders Members Legal is a
specialist construction law firm providing expert advice to Master Builders
members. The work is varied and engaging, offering the opportunity to support a
diverse range of clients across a broad range of matters.

Working within a down-to-earth team and
reporting directly to the Principal Lawyer, this role is ideal for a
construction lawyer with 5+ years post-admission experience looking to broaden
their expertise while delivering exceptional service to members.

Pending commencement, this position is
being offered as a fixed-term opportunity to cover a period of maternity leave
for approximately 10 months.

Your New Role:

Our members deliver projects across all levels of the domestic and
commercial building and construction industry and seek specialist legal advice
on both front-end and back-end matters. Any given day may see you:

• Reviewing standard form contracts
• Conducting contract reviews and advising
  members on contract risks and proposed amendments
• Providing legal advice on contract
  interpretation, administration, payment disputes, and
  suspension/termination matters
• Supporting client education by contributing to
  training sessions, information seminars, and industry publications focused
  on contracts, payments, and dispute management

To be successful you will have:

• 5+ years post admission experience in
  construction law
• Knowledge and understanding of relevant
  legislation including the Queensland Building and Construction Commission
  Act and the Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) Act
• Experience in contracts management /
  administration within the commercial construction sector (highly
  desirable).

But why join us?

It’s our brand - established in 1882 and with
more than 10,000 members, we represent some of Australia’s largest and most
successful builders. Our 9 offices are home to over 130 staff across the State
to who we strive to deliver that balance between work and life. As part of the
team you can look forward to enjoying:

• A day off on your birthday
• 10 paid YOU days per year to rest and recharge
• WFH 1 day per week
• On-site breakfast each day
• Free inner-city parking
• Access to our EAP

Keen to join the team? We’d love to hear from
you. Please submit a resume and covering letter outlining why this is the role
for you.