Minter Ellison is one of the largest full-service law firms in the Asia Pacific region. With more than 260 partners and 900 legal staff located working throughout Australia and in Hong Kong, The People's Republic of China, Indonesia, New Zealand, the UK and the USA, the firm supports leading industry and government clients, delivering practical, commercial solutions and helping clients achieve successful business outcomes.
Minter Ellison's culture is underpinned by strong organisational values that drive the way the firm's people relate to one another, how they work with clients and how they add value to their community. Minter Ellison is the first - and currently the only - law firm to participate in Australia's Corporate Responsibility Index.
Opportunities currently exist for experienced construction lawyers, with solid drafting experience to join the Corporate Division within our Perth office.
Clients of the Construction Team include some of Australia's largest contractors, consultants, project proponents and financiers.
The role involves contract drafting, advice work, and engineering and construction law disputes. An essential component of the position will be your ability to work with the firm's major clients and other practice groups in the firm providing high level specialist advice and innovative solutions.
We welcome applications from lawyers with strong technical expertise and a minimum of five years post qualification experience. A commercial approach, high-level communication skills and the ability to work within a team environment are also essential.
Some experience in major projects, including mining and resources, oil and gas, electricity, property developments or infrastructure projects would be useful.
To be eligible to apply for this role you must be an Australian Citizen or Australian Permanent Resident.