Careers

• Broaden your experience in a range of industry sectors on complex procurement matters
• Work with Government clients as well as ASX listed companies, large national property developers and contractors.
• Flexible 3:2 work arrangements

About us

HWLE is not your typical law firm. Our rapid rise to become the largest legal partnership in Australia shows that in our case, the differences are real. We deliver first class legal advice to our government and commercial clients in every State and Territory across Australia. Firm wide, we have over 270 Partners and 1700 people.

The team acts for a range of government clients at Federal, State and Local levels on exciting construction and infrastructure projects.

We also act for large contractors, property developers and other industry participants, including ASX listed companies. Our projects include work in a broad range of industry sectors including industrial, mixed use commercial/retail and residential, civil projects, automated warehousing, infrastructure and waste. Our private clients include some of Australia's largest property developers, infrastructure owners, universities and schools, major banks, national contractors and specialist subcontractors

The opportunity

Due to ongoing growth our client base and the volume of ongoing projects, we require a front end/projects lawyer to work in our highly regarded procurement team working with Simon Walsh (Partner).

As part of the team, you will be working on some of the most complex and strategic procurement and projects advice and transactions for the country's largest and most interesting clients. You will be working across a variety of project structures and contract forms, including PPP projects, D&C Contracts (with and without ECI elements), Managing Contractor Contracts, Services Agreements, Australian Standard and other industry forms of contract, Alliance Contracts, Access Agreements and all other forms of contracting used in the construction and infrastructure industry.

Our team has a wide variety projects and clients which requires (and produces) great lawyers. We offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic, down-to-earth team where we value teamwork, mentoring and support.

To succeed in this role, ideally you'll have

• 4+ years PAE
• experience in procurement within one or more of the industry sectors identified
• strong leadership, mentoring and management skills to assist in development of more junior lawyers
• strong technical and communication skills
• a 'can do' approach
• a team player who enjoys collaboration

What we offer

• Unrivalled career pathways: Our unique meritocracy model proudly offers our staff career development, promoting talent based solely on merit. Our size, range of experience and competitive pricing model will provide you with everything you need to succeed. Unlike our competitors, our Solicitor to Partner ratio enables greater mentoring and client engagement. Our 180 day career forecasting sessions provide the platform to fast-track your progression.
• Work-Life Balance: We offer flexible work arrangements to support your work-life balance
• Culture: Be part of a firm renowned for its friendly and down-to-earth culture.
• Impact: Join a firm consistently ranked at the forefront of the Australian legal market, where your work is recognised nationally.

How to apply

To apply, please submit your CV via the 'Apply' function. Applicants must have full working rights in Australia and a valid practising certificate to apply. HWLE also strongly encourages applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

HWLE strives to create an inclusive environment where our people want and feel comfortable to bring their entire selves to work. Varied perspectives contribute to our collective success so whatever your background, we'd love to hear from you and encourage you to apply. If you have reasonable accessibility requirements that will enable you to participate equitably in our recruitment process, please reach out to Laura Harrison for a confidential discussion.