Job description
Access diverse litigation matters: ACL, contracts, franchising, equity etc
Work in a collaborative and supportive team environment
Work hard and play hard
The Firm
An international firm with offices in major cities across Australia and in Shanghai.
The firm has a sophisticated client base ranging from high net worth individuals to publicly listed Australian and foreign corporates, and private companies with over 100 employees. The firm's clients are largely in the Hospitality industry and as a result of this, there is a significant amount of general Franchising, Property, and general Commercial work.
The firm is enjoying growth due to pure work coming through and enjoys work hard and play hard attitude.
The Role
A full-time, permanent role for a strong Commercial litigator who is able to autonomously run matters from beginning to end without close supervision.
You will be able to draft all necessary documents, obtain clear instructions from clients, brief and instruct barristers, and engage in occasional solicitor-advocacy for preliminary and interlocutory hearings.
You can expect to access challenging cases with multimillion-dollar values and expect to deal with clients with a turnover of up to $200 million per annum.
The firm recognises the value of its lawyers and investing in their future in order to secure the firm's future, including at partnership level.
It will be ideal if the successful applicant is fluent in Mandarin.
Benefits on Offer
Salary expectation of $110,000 - $120,000 plus super, for the right person
Convenient CBD location, close to public transport, law courts, pre-eminent barristers' chambers, eateries and retail shops
Opportunity to be promoted upon entry to Associate level or higher, depending on your current status
Opportunity to access career advancement beyond Senior Associate to Partnership over time
Opportunity to access specialise in Commercial Litigation
Access varied and juicy litigation matters, including those with an international aspect
Access autonomy over your caseload to really build up your experience and confidence in a range of litigation matters
Collegiate team environment where people work hard and play hard
Direct access to clients
Flexible work arrangements, working from home, even after lockdown ends, subject to performance
Opportunity to impress with Mandarin proficiency but this is not essential
Essential Requirements
Minimum 3 years PAE practising Commercial litigation exclusively in reputable Sydney CBD-based law firms that are known for their skills and prowess in Commercial Litigation
Ambition to prove yourself and get ahead in your career
Strong interpersonal skills: straightforward and succinct communication skills and a pro-client approach to your work
For More Information:
Apply now or email your resume to Daniel Cappellacci at daniel@gorillajobs.com.au or call +61 468 718 155 to hear more about the role.
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Benefits
Opportunities for advancement