Location: Melbourne, VIC
Employment Type: Full Time
About the Opportunity:
We are working exclusively with a prominent national law firm seeking to expand its Commercial Litigation team in Melbourne. Our client is known for its strong litigation practice, high-calibre matters, and supportive, down-to-earth culture. Due to sustained growth, they are looking for both an Associate (3–5 PQE) and a Senior Associate (5–8 PQE) to join their highly respected disputes team.
This is an excellent opportunity to work on diverse and challenging matters across commercial litigation, regulatory disputes, and complex contractual claims.
Key Areas of Work:
- Contractual and corporate disputes
- Competition and consumer law matters
- Regulatory investigations and enforcement
- Shareholder and partnership disputes
- Insolvency litigation and banking disputes
- Class actions (where relevant)
About You:
We are seeking commercially minded, technically strong litigators who thrive in a high-performing but genuinely collaborative environment. You will have:
- Associate: 3–5 years’ PQE in commercial litigation from a reputable law firm
- Senior Associate: 5–8 years’ PQE with demonstrated experience leading complex litigation files
- Strong written and verbal advocacy skills
- A strategic, solutions-focused mindset
- Confidence in liaising with clients, counsel, and regulators
- Admitted to practice in Victoria (or eligible)
Why This Firm?
- Work with highly regarded partners on high-stakes matters
- Autonomy balanced with structured mentorship and support
- Clear progression pathways and strong internal mobility
- Flexible hybrid working options
- Competitive salary and bonus structure
How to Apply:
If you’re a litigation lawyer ready for the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you. Please forward your CV and a short cover note to [Insert Consultant Name] at [Insert Email Address], or apply via the link provided.
All applications will be treated in strict confidence.
