Solicitor

North Manly NSW
Construction Law, Legal
Intermediate / Mid-Level

North Manly NSW
Construction Law, Legal
Intermediate / Mid-Level

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Full-time
Hybrid work
On-site
Posted on: September 9
Deadline: October 6
$80 – $100 Yearly

Perks & Benefits

On-site parking
Phone / laptop provided

Job Description

North Manly, Sydney NSW

Construction Law (Legal)

Full time

$80,000 – $100,000

Salary

Salary commensurate with experience.

About Us

Mitchell & Shorten Lawyers is a small established law firm specialising in building law. We enjoy a relaxed yet professional working environment and like to take advantage of the Manly lifestyle.

The Role

We are seeking a solicitor to join us on a full-time basis. The role will involve working 5 days per week with flexible hours. Initially it will be based in the office but there is potential to work from home.

This role will suit a mid-level building lawyer (1+ years PQE) who wants to manage his or her own clients and become a leader in the firm.

Key Attractions

Unlimited potential to make the role your own
Scope to take ownership of client matters and relationships
No bureaucracy
Free parking on site
Opportunity to go to the beach and surf at lunch time

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include all facets of front and back end residential building law including:

Preparing pleadings and evidence
Briefing experts and counsel
Providing client advice
Settlement negotiations and documentation
Client management
Construction disputes
Building and construction litigation
Contractual and commercial disputes
Contract drafting
Procurement and front-end advisory work
Complex construction claims and dispute resolution

You will report directly to the firm’s principal and act as the anti-money laundering compliance officer for the firm.

Skill & Experience

Required Skills

Experience in building litigation
Familiarity of the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW), Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act 1999 (NSW), Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020 (NSW)and other relevant legislation
1–3 years PAE in litigation and commercial law (property experience helpful but not essential)
A genuine interest in construction law – contracts, projects, disputes, problem-solving
Exposure to general commercial disputes connected to construction and property matters
Strong drafting skills and attention to detail
Excellent in English
Experience in drafting and preparing costs assessment applications
Confidence and maturity
Experience in using SILQ, Xero, NSW Online Registry and AI software (Parachute)
Ability to speak multiple languages is a benefit but not a requirement
Ability to work in a small team
Experience with clients from other countries

Please note that successful candidates will have to pass a police clearance check due to the role as the firm’s anti money laundering compliance officer.

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