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We are a modern Australian law firm with a leading reputation. We focus on exceptional service, operational excellence and being at the forefront of employee experience. We work closely with Australian and international businesses, organisations and governments.
About the role
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Lawyer/Associate to join our Restructuring and Insolvency practice, working alongside Partners Marelda Hibberd, Danielle Funston and Sam Kingston. This role will include advising on a wide range of bankruptcy, corporate insolvency, securities enforcement and commercial litigation matters.
Working on behalf of insolvency practitioners, secured lenders, directors and creditors, you will provide advice on all aspects of restructuring and external administrations, including asset realisation and court proceedings commenced as a result of a company’s insolvency. You will also have the opportunity to act on behalf of banks and secured creditors in recovery of corporate and commercial debts.
About you
In order to be successful in this role you will have had 2-5 years’ experience in a similar role and be looking to make the next step in your career. You may currently be working in a commercial litigation team and looking to develop a specialisation in insolvency. Furthermore you will be a highly motivated and well organised practitioner, an excellent communicator and enjoy working with some autonomy whilst being part of a very collegiate team where you can focus on high quality work and continue to grow your career.
This is a great opportunity to progress your career in a supportive team alongside highly-regarded Partners.
Why join Maddocks?
Maddocks is simply a great place to do great work. We foster a culture of collaboration, learning and engagement where you will experience:
A diverse and inclusive workplace: We have been named an employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workforce Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) every year since 2004 along with being named a Bronze Employer at the Australian Workplace Equality Index's 2022 LGBTQ Inclusion Awards. We promote diversity internally through our Maddocks Gender Equality Network, Maddocks CALD and Maddocks Pride groups.
Career Development: Learn and develop through structured learning and development programs at each stage of your career and study support programs.
Community involvement: give back to the communities in which we operate through our thriving pro bono and grants programs and staff volunteering initiatives.
Work flexibly: work in a hybrid way with part of your week in the office and support to set up your home office.
Wellbeing & Benefits: access to up to 20 weeks paid parental leave, discounted gym memberships & health insurance, salary continuance insurance, Employee Assistance Program and parents and carers wellbeing programs.
Our people are our greatest advocates and we believe this is a result of our inclusive culture and focus on complex and interesting work.
To be eligible for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia. Please note that unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered at this time.
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