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Partner or Special Counsel/SA – Construction/ Infrastructure/Projects

  • Company: AFL Recruitment
  • Location: The Rocks, Sydney

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AFL Recruitment is seeking a Partner or Special Counsel/SA - Construction/ Infrastructure/Projects for a full-time role based in The Rocks, Sydney. Step into senior leadership with an award-winning national law firm known for its progressive style and work with leading clients in complex project environments.

What This Role Involves

This Partner or Special Counsel/SA - Construction/ Infrastructure/Projects opportunity with AFL Recruitment centres on high-level legal work within construction, infrastructure and major projects. Located in The Rocks, Sydney, the position sits inside a well-regarded national firm that takes a distinctive approach to client service and practice development. You will operate at partner or special counsel level, shaping strategy on significant mandates while advancing an ambitious career path in one of Sydney’s key legal markets.

Your Responsibilities

  • Direct complex construction, infrastructure and projects transactions and advisory work for sophisticated clients
  • Provide expert guidance on project risk, contracting frameworks, procurement and related dispute resolution
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with blue-chip clients while generating new instructions
  • Lead and develop junior team members to support practice excellence and growth
  • Contribute to the overall strategic direction of the construction and infrastructure group in Sydney

What We're Looking For

  • Established experience operating at Partner, Special Counsel or equivalent senior level within construction, infrastructure or projects legal work
  • Ability to handle sophisticated matters for major clients with sound commercial judgment
  • Demonstrated skill in business development and client partnership building
  • A progressive mindset that thrives in an innovative national firm culture
  • Commitment to staying based in The Rocks, Sydney for this full-time Partner or Special Counsel/SA - Construction/ Infrastructure/Projects appointment

About AFL Recruitment

AFL Recruitment is hiring for this role and offers a supportive team environment.

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  • Role Partner or Special Counsel/SA – Construction/ Infrastructure/Projects
  • Employer AFL Recruitment
  • Location The Rocks, Sydney
  • Type Full Time
  • Posted July 13, 2026
  • Apply by 2026-08-13
  • Country context Australia
  • Overview Full original description on this page (309 words; rewritten for clarity, not a teaser paste)

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