Graduate Lawyer, Construction, Infrastructure & Projects

Graduate Lawyer, Construction, Infrastructure & Projects - Sydney

We have a unique opportunity for a motivated graduate interested in developing a career in Construction, Infrastructure and Projects.

16th December, 2024

About the role

In this full-time position, commencing on 21 February 2025, rather than completing rotations in different practice areas, this particular program will be 100% focused on laying the foundations of this specialised area of practice.
The successful applicant will have supervision from experienced practitioners and specialists and mentoring.
This is a unique opportunity to accelerate your learning and gain valuable hands-on experience in CI&P.

In addition to the Practical Legal Training ("PLT") which we pay for, you will also participate in an extensive and highly practical development program and will undertake a variety of workshops designed to support your on-the-job training and build your legal and commercial knowledge.

As a graduate you will be assigned a buddy within the firm to help facilitate the transition; your buddy will know what it is like to be in your shoes and will greatly assist your integration into the firm.
In addition, you will find Holding Redlich fosters a supportive and friendly culture at all levels across the firm, and peers, partners, business support and others you work with along the way are always on hand to help.

About you

To be eligible for this role you will have graduated, but not yet been admitted to practice.

We are seeking a well-rounded, proactive, and engaged person with an inquiring mind and a commitment to excellence in the work they do.
You will be a team player, with a can-do attitude and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.

You will have a genuine interest in developing a career within Holding Redlich, specifically within CI&P, and this opportunity will be crucial in building the skills and experience required to transition into a first-year lawyer role.

Critical to your success will be your interest in learning, ability to take on constructive feedback and commitment to delivering the best possible service to our clients.
You will also have excellent time management skills.

Who we are

Holding Redlich is a large national commercial law firm with offices across Australia.
We provide the full range of legal services to many of Australia's largest public and private companies across a wide range of sectors and all levels of government.
We are client-focused with expert industry knowledge and strong local and international connections.
We strive for excellence in everything we do, and we take pride in the quality of our work.

Employee benefits

At Holding Redlich, we strongly believe that providing employee benefits is a fundamental investment in the success and well-being of our workforce.
Our benefits include :

• A firm where partners and employees enjoy professional success within a supportive environment from modern offices.
  
• Family-friendly, dress for your day, flexible hours and flexible leave, including purchased leave, career breaks and study leave.
  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), flu vaccinations and social activities both inside and outside of the office.
  
• Employee recruitment referral bonus to recognise and reward individuals who contribute to our growth and success.
  

Firm awards and citations

We are proud to share that our dedication, expertise, exceptional service to our clients and commitment to the gender diversity of our employees have been recognised with prestigious legal industry awards and citations :

• Employer of Choice - Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA)
• Employer of Choice - Australasian Lawyer
• Multiple partners ranked by Best Lawyers - 30The Best Lawyers in Australia awards / 3 Best Lawyers :
  Ones to Watch in Australia awards
• Doyle's Guide - inclusion for Rising Stars, Best Lawyers, Best Firms
• Signatories to the Charter for Advancement for Women in Legal Profession

Community & impact

We recognise the importance of contributing to our community by supporting various initiatives, providing legal aid through pro bono work, and promoting diversity and inclusion within the firm.
This includes :

• Pro Bono Practice and Social Justice Fund
• Diversity, gender equality and wellbeing committees
• International connections through our membership of Law Exchange International
• Red Cross Life Blood group donations

What's next?

To discuss this opportunity on a confidential basis, please contact Lauren Steers-Lemai, Talent Acquisition Manager, on 03 9321 9914.

To apply, please submit an up-to-date CV, academic transcripts and cover letter addressing the following questions :

• Why are you interested in this unique opportunity?
• What examples can you provide that demonstrate your interest in construction, infrastructure and projects?
• How will you be an asset to the team in this role and how will this graduate opportunity support your career in this field?

Shortlisting and subsequent phone screening will take place between late December and early January.
We expect interviews to commence from mid-January therefore if you are planning to take leave / be unavailable during this time please let us know via your cover letter.