Job Description
The Role
We are looking for an Associate with 3–5 years’ post‑qualification experience in front‑end construction to join our growing Construction practice in Sydney.
In this role, you will work closely with Katie Joukadjian, who leads our transactional Construction practice in Australia. You will be an integral part of our broader, well‑established transactional practice in Australia, working closely with leading individuals in our M&A, Energy & Infrastructure, Real Estate and Project Finance teams, giving you access to deep transactional capability and significant cross‑disciplinary matters. You will also have the opportunity to work collaboratively as part of our globally integrated Construction team and play a central role in supporting complex infrastructure, energy and transport projects — including large‑scale data centres, renewable energy assets, mining, oil and gas and major urban infrastructure developments — both domestically and across the APAC and MENA regions. This role offers the benefits of joining a specialist front‑end construction team while being fully integrated into a broader, high‑performing transactional platform.
You will contribute to a range of front-end construction matters, including:
- Drafting and negotiating complex construction contracts (for example, EPC, D&C, GMP, ITC and ECI) and ancillary project documentation
- Advising on procurement strategies and project structuring
- Supporting clients across sectors such as transport, energy, social infrastructure and commercial development
- Working with interdisciplinary teams on complex, cross-border matters.
Qualifications
Your Experience
We’re looking for someone with:
- 3–5 years’ PQE in front-end construction work at a leading firm
- Strong drafting and analytical skills, and a practical approach to solving problems
- The ability to work collaboratively, build client relationships, and manage timelines
- A desire to contribute to a supportive, high-performing team
- A curious, motivated approach to learning, with the confidence to take initiative and contribute proactively to the team’s work
Company Description
Who we are
We are one of the largest international law firms in the world. With over 30 offices across the globe, we strive to exceed the expectations of our clients, providing them with the highest-quality advice and legal insight, which combines the firm’s global standards with in-depth local expertise.
Our firm, work and people span jurisdictions, cultures, and languages. We offer our clients a truly international perspective. We believe every career should be rewarding and stimulating - full of opportunities to learn, thrive, and grow. That’s why we’re so proud of our inclusive, friendly, and team-based approach to work.
You’ll find our clients in commercial and industrial sectors, the financial investor community, governments, regulators, trade bodies, and not-for-profit organisations. But no matter who they are or why they’ve reached out to us, we provide a world-class service every step of the way. And that’s possible thanks to the entrepreneurial spirit and conscientious approach to work that you’ll find across all of our teams.
Whichever area of the business you join, you’ll become an integral part an innovative, diverse and ambitious team of people. Clifford Chance is a place where the brightest minds and the best of colleagues meet.
Additional Information
Equal opportunities statement
At Clifford Chance, we understand that our true asset is our people. Inclusion is good for our team and their families, our firm and society.
We are committed to treating all employees and applicants fairly and equally regardless of their gender, gender identity and expression, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, national or ethnic origin, social or economic background, disability, religious belief, sexual orientation, or age. This applies to recruitment and selection, terms and conditions of employment including pay, promotion, training, transfer and every other aspect of employment.
We have a variety of flourishing employee networks. These networks are a place for colleagues to share experiences and advocate for change wherever they see an opportunity for improvement.
Our goal is to deliver an equality of opportunity, an equality of aspiration and an equality of experience to everyone who works in our firm.
Find out more about our inclusive culture here.
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