Construction Disputes Lawyer/Associate

empire group · Melbourne VIC 3004 · Full time
Posted 3d ago

Construction Disputes Lawyer/Associate

empire group
~$130k - $200k(Estimated)
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KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Handle construction and infrastructure project claims, distressed projects and live disputes.
  • Advise on adjudication, arbitration, litigation and alternative dispute resolution, including mediation and expert determination.
  • Manage cases strategically and negotiate claim settlements; applicants need at least two years of relevant post-admission experience.

The Role

This is a rare opportunity to join the best in the business, working on disputes arising within major infrastructure and energy projects within Australia and overseas.

This role spans early analysis of claims, live disputes or distressed projects, adjudication under Security of Payment legislation, arbitration and litigation (both domestic and international), alternative dispute resolution including expert determination, negotiation, mediation and dispute review boards, strategic case management and negotiating the settlement of claims.

It will suit candidates with at least two years of relevant post admission experience (gained via in-house or private practice roles).

To Apply

Please apply online using the links in this advertisement.

You can also send your CV directly to jock.campbell@empiregroup.com.au or call Jock Campbell on 0420 924 666 (Ref: 1702688)

All discussions will be in strict confidence and your CV details will not be passed to any third party or prospective employer until instructed by you.

About Us

empire group is a specialist legal recruitment agency operating around Australia

Why Work with Jock at empire group?

  • Industry Expertise: As a lawyer, I bring firsthand insight into the profession, backed by a team with 175+ years of combined legal recruitment expertise.
  • Exclusive Roles: Gain access to opportunities not advertised anywhere else.
  • Personalised Support: Receive free CV advice, interview coaching and negotiation guidance suited to your career goals.
  • Privacy: Trust that your information will be treated with the confidentiality that you deserve. Only be put forward to a role with your explicit consent.

At Empire Group, we value diversity and are committed to equitable recruitment. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and other underrepresented groups to apply. Our focus is on creating fair, accessible, and culturally safe recruitment processes that genuinely reflect and respect the communities we serve.
Reference number: 1702688
Profession:Legal professional

Company: empire group
Date posted: 5th Nov, 2026

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Skills

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AdjudicationAlternative dispute resolutionArbitrationClaims analysisConstruction disputesDispute review boardsEnergy projectsExpert determinationInfrastructure projectsLitigationMediationNegotiationSecurity of payment legislationSettlement negotiationStrategic case management

Licenses & certifications

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Admission to practise law

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