Looking for your chance to lead a Specialist Building and Construction Practice? Are you a senior Building & Construction lawyer ready to take the next step? This is a rare opportunity to be Head of a specialist Building & Construction practice inside a leading boutique Australian business litigation firm - without the red tape of top-tier or the isolation of starting your own practice. Why You’ll Love This Role Leadership with impact: Shape and scale a specialist practice in Sydney, backed by proven systems and strong demand. High-quality work: Act on complex disputes ($100k–$5m) for commercially minded clients who value expertise and exceptional client management. Accredited depth: Join a firm with more Accredited Specialists in Commercial Litigation than 99% of NSW firms. Not starting from scratch: Existing pipeline, internal referrals, and marketing strategies already generating work. What’s on Offer Pathway to equity and long-term career progression. Strategic remuneration rewarding leadership, BD, and growth — plus fee-earner commissions. Leadership training, CPD budget, and mentoring from Senior Partners. Dedicated marketing and talent support to help you build your team. A genuine People First culture with low turnover and strong engagement. Who We’re Looking For A Senior Building & Construction Lawyer Accredited Specialist or equivalent depth and credibility Enjoys mentoring and leading others Entrepreneurial mindset — keen to build something meaningful inside a well-run firm Comfortable with being supported with business development (what a perk!): content creation, networking, webinars, LinkedIn presence A known expert in the field with strong industry connections (HIA or similar associations) Success in 12–18 Months Meeting/exceeding targets Growing the Building & Construction team to meet demand Raising the firm’s profile through strategic business development and networking Confidentiality guaranteed. To apply or learn more, click Apply Now , email elizabeth@connectedpeople.com.au or call Elizabeth Petersen on 0455 326 852 for a confidential conversation.
