Current Opportunities

The role

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Junior Litigation Lawyer to join our Projects, Infrastructure & Construction group. This is a rare and exciting opportunity for a successful candidate to receive comprehensive training and development to build a successful career in this specialised field. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborating with partners on construction matters
• Conduct legal research and analysis on construction law issues
• Prepare legal documents/contracts
• Participate in client meetings
• Assist in resolving disputes related to construction contracts, project delays, defects, and other issues
• Stay updated on the latest developments in construction law and related regulations

To succeed in this role, you will ideally have:

• A passion for the construction industry
• 1-3 years of post-admission general litigation experience
• Excellent academic record with strong technical legal skills
• Commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and delivering high-quality outcomes for clients
• Ability to effectively manage time, handle competing tasks, and work to tight deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Team player with a supportive and collaborative working style
• Self-motivated with a "can-do" attitude and eagerness to learn and grow your career with Piper Alderman

About The Team

This practice group has been described in Best Lawyers in Australia for their experience in construction / Infrastructure Law.  Our reputation and growth in this area has been built on our proven ability to resolve complex construction and engineering disputes using recognised expertise in adjudication, mediation, arbitration, and expert appraisal.

About Us

Piper Alderman is a premier commercial law firm with offices in Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and Melbourne. We work with clients across Australia and internationally to achieve practical commercial outcomes, innovation in service delivery and deep engagement across multiple industries.  Piper Alderman prides itself on being a collaborative law firm where high achieving ambitious team members can succeed in achieving their career goals whilst performing challenging and rewarding tasks.

At Piper Alderman we promote a culture of excellence, collaboration and teamwork. We recognise and support individuals and invest in their continued professional development.

Our perks

We have a variety of employee benefits aimed at supporting our people including, but not limited to:

• A variety of health and wellbeing initiatives including our Thrive@PiperAlderman Wellbeing Program.
• Learning and development opportunities to support career growth including generous study support options.
• An attractive Parental Leave policy offering up to 26 weeks paid leave.
• Automatic acceptance into the group Salary Continuance insurance plan
• Purchased annual leave options

Apply today

Piper Alderman is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We aim to attract and retain the best people and provide an environment where those people can be their authentic selves.  We value diversity of thought and experience and aim to ensure all our people are valued and respected.

Please submit an application by clicking the relevant link in this job advertisement. Please note, no applications will be accepted directly via email.

If you have questions or would like further information about this opportunity, please contact us at careers@piperalderman.com.au