Lawyer - Commercial & Projects

The Role

Partners Joel Von Thein and Nicholas Fletcher are seeking a talented lawyer to join their growing team based in Sydney. With a unique practice that spans commercial transactions and infrastructure matters, Joel and Nick foster a team culture that is non-hierarchical, collegiate, and flexible.

This is a unique opportunity to join a market-leading practice advising owners and operators of some of Australia's most significant transport, logistics and strategic assets. Our clients include leading airport operators, government-owned corporations, telecommunications providers and major transport and logistics businesses, and we advise on matters that shape Australia's transport and digital economy.

We have a broad commercial practice that combines sophisticated transactions with strategic advisory work. You will work on a diverse range of commercial transactions, procurement, project delivery and regulatory matters across the airports, rail, ports, telecommunications, logistics and digital infrastructure sectors.

The practice is intentionally broad, providing exposure to the full lifecycle of major assets—from acquisitions and commercial structuring through to procurement, contract negotiation, project delivery, operational issues and long-term asset management. This breadth enables our lawyers to develop into trusted commercial advisers with deep industry knowledge.

We work closely with colleagues across the Firm to deliver an integrated, full-service offering to our clients. Opportunities for client secondments also arise from time to time, providing valuable in-house commercial experience with major organisations.

Skills & Experience

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• 3–4 years' post-admission experience in a leading commercial law firm;

• Excellent academic credentials;

• Experience in commercial transactions, procurement, front-end projects, corporate, property or another transactional practice;

• Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements;

• Strong commercial judgement and an ability to identify practical solutions for clients;

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;

• The ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining exceptional client service; and

• A genuine interest in developing a long-term practice advising owners and operators of major transport, logistics and strategic assets.

Why Join Clayton Utz?

At Clayton Utz, we’re more than just a law firm – we’re a community that values our people and their contributions. When you join us, you’ll enjoy:

• World-class infrastructure and resources to keep your skills sharp and ahead of the curve, including leading AI platform, Harvey.

• A focus on health and wellbeing, with initiatives to support your physical and mental health, including lifestyle and gym membership discounts via our partnership with AIA Vitality.

• Up to 26 weeks’ paid parental leave, with flexibility over two years, plus paid superannuation.

• The option to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional leave annually.

How to Apply?

We prefer to work directly with candidates, if you are interested in this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button or contact the consultant, details below, for more information. Clayton Utz is an inclusive employer that supports flexible work arrangements, please feel free to discuss your flexibility needs with the recruiter for this role.

Consultant Contact Details

Nicole St John, (02) 9353 4928

Accessibility and Inclusion

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. Do you require any support or reasonable adjustments to complete your application? If so, please contact the recruiter via the above telephone number or via email to recruitmentsupport@claytonutz.com.

For more information on Clayton Utz, please visit www.claytonutz.com or follow us on LinkedIn here.

Agency submissions

Clayton Utz does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Clayton Utz Recruitment Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to Clayton Utz partners, hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute as an introduction to the firm and Clayton Utz will not be liable for a fee.