Associate (2-4yrs) - Commercial Litigation
Sydney C B D, New South Wales I
Associate (2-4yrs) - Commercial Litigation
Join a high performing, collegiate disputes team working on complex commercial litigation in superior courts across Australia and overseas.
The Firm
This role is with a leading full service national commercial firm with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide. With around 165 lawyers and 350 staff, the firm operates as a single partnership with a professional yet down to earth culture focused on collaboration, client service and long term development. Lawyers have genuine partner access, high quality work and strong relationships with clients and counsel. The firm offers recognised expertise across major commercial practice areas and provides a strong platform for ambitious litigators. Sponsorship is available for suitably qualified international candidates.
The Role
Working closely with a respected partner and senior lawyers, the Disputes Associate will join a growing commercial litigation practice. Work will include:
• Complex contractual disputes
• Regulatory investigations and proceedings
• Corporate and trust disputes
• Matters in superior courts in Australia and selected overseas jurisdictions
Key responsibilities:
• Managing work streams on major commercial disputes
• Drafting pleadings, evidence and court documents
• Conducting research and preparing advices
• Liaising with clients, counsel and experts
• Briefing counsel and supporting hearing preparation
• Attending mediations, conferences and court
• Assisting with business development and thought leadership
This is an excellent opportunity for a disputes lawyer seeking high calibre work, strong mentorship and clear progression.
The Candidate
Ideal candidates will have:
• 2 to 4 years PAE in a reputable commercial litigation practice
• Experience in complex matters in superior courts
• Strong drafting skills across pleadings and affidavits
• Well developed research and analytical ability
• Proven capacity to manage deadlines and take ownership of work streams
• Strong academics, technical skill and attention to detail
• A collaborative working style and enjoyment of a collegiate environment
• A self motivated attitude and eagerness to learn and progress
Candidates from large, mid tier and high quality boutique firms are encouraged to apply.
Benefits
On offer:
• Competitive market remuneration
• Exposure to complex, high value disputes
• Direct partner access and genuine mentoring
• Supportive, collegiate culture and structured development
• Clear progression pathways
• Flexible working subject to business needs
• Modern Sydney CBD offices and national firm resources
• Sponsorship potential for suitable international candidates
For a confidential discussion or a position description, contact Kalinda Campbell, Senior Consultant Legal, at kalinda.campbell@people2people.com.au or 02 8270 9715.
Operating for over 20 years in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, people2people, Edge Recruitment, and Frog Recruitment are an award-winning recruitment group and HR solutions provider. As an inclusive workforce, we welcome everyone and encourage our employees, clients, and candidates to showcase their authentic selves.
Should you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to make a request by phoning the above-mentioned recruitment consultant to discuss. In response to these requests, we will collaborate closely with you to implement the appropriate adjustments.
The Firm
This role is with a leading full service national commercial firm with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide. With around 165 lawyers and 350 staff, the firm operates as a single partnership with a professional yet down to earth culture focused on collaboration, client service and long term development. Lawyers have genuine partner access, high quality work and strong relationships with clients and counsel. The firm offers recognised expertise across major commercial practice areas and provides a strong platform for ambitious litigators. Sponsorship is available for suitably qualified international candidates.
The Role
Working closely with a respected partner and senior lawyers, the Disputes Associate will join a growing commercial litigation practice. Work will include:
• Complex contractual disputes
• Regulatory investigations and proceedings
• Corporate and trust disputes
• Matters in superior courts in Australia and selected overseas jurisdictions
Key responsibilities:
• Managing work streams on major commercial disputes
• Drafting pleadings, evidence and court documents
• Conducting research and preparing advices
• Liaising with clients, counsel and experts
• Briefing counsel and supporting hearing preparation
• Attending mediations, conferences and court
• Assisting with business development and thought leadership
This is an excellent opportunity for a disputes lawyer seeking high calibre work, strong mentorship and clear progression.
The Candidate
Ideal candidates will have:
• 2 to 4 years PAE in a reputable commercial litigation practice
• Experience in complex matters in superior courts
• Strong drafting skills across pleadings and affidavits
• Well developed research and analytical ability
• Proven capacity to manage deadlines and take ownership of work streams
• Strong academics, technical skill and attention to detail
• A collaborative working style and enjoyment of a collegiate environment
• A self motivated attitude and eagerness to learn and progress
Candidates from large, mid tier and high quality boutique firms are encouraged to apply.
Benefits
On offer:
• Competitive market remuneration
• Exposure to complex, high value disputes
• Direct partner access and genuine mentoring
• Supportive, collegiate culture and structured development
• Clear progression pathways
• Flexible working subject to business needs
• Modern Sydney CBD offices and national firm resources
• Sponsorship potential for suitable international candidates
For a confidential discussion or a position description, contact Kalinda Campbell, Senior Consultant Legal, at kalinda.campbell@people2people.com.au or 02 8270 9715.
Operating for over 20 years in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, people2people, Edge Recruitment, and Frog Recruitment are an award-winning recruitment group and HR solutions provider. As an inclusive workforce, we welcome everyone and encourage our employees, clients, and candidates to showcase their authentic selves.
Should you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to make a request by phoning the above-mentioned recruitment consultant to discuss. In response to these requests, we will collaborate closely with you to implement the appropriate adjustments.
Location:
Sydney C B D, New South Wales
Salary:
Work type:
Full Time
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