Address- Growing Public Law team - work with leaders in the field
- Work with various government & statutory authorities
- Role can be based in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane
The Firm & The Role
Our client is an award winning national law firm with a high profile Public Law team. Due to growth and new clients, our client is looking to recruit a solicitor at the lawyer or Associate level.
This role will see you acting for a broad range of government clients (Federal, State & Local). You will be involved in complex contractual disputes, regulatory enforcement, judicial reviews, hearings before tribunals, merits reviews, FOI matters, insurance/tortious matters, investigations as well as some general commercial litigation.
There is also some advice advice work e.g. advising on the powers and functions of a government client, advising on natural justice requirements, drafting recommendations.
You will be given matter and client responsibility and you will enjoy running your matters from start to finish. You will also be assisting the partners and more senior lawyers on larger, complex matters. This is an excellent role for the lawyer who enjoys going to court and enjoys developing their advocacy skills.
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
- at least 1 year pae in the area of public/administrative law
- advantageous would be experience as an Associate at the AAT
- excellent writing, communication and interpersonal skills
- ability to work in a high performing team
- ability to juggle competing priorities
- enthusiasm, drive and commitment
Benefits & Culture
On offer is a generous salary package. Additionally, at the end of the financial year bonuses are paid. Our client embraces flexibility and they have a hybrid working week policy.
Moreover our client has an envied positive and friendly culture and a collegiate atmosphere.
Other benefits include L&D programmes, mental health support, financial support for further studies, access to pro bono work, corporate discounts, an active social & sporting calendar, payment to attend industry conferences and events.
This is a firm where your career will thrive, you will have access to quality work and where you can build your profile.
Apply
For a confidential discussion regarding this role or to explore other career opportunities please contact:
Marianna Tuccia BA, LLB
Ref No: MT26393
Email: ***************@empiregroup.com.au
Phone: 0422 671 ***
Please send your CV in Microsoft Word format.
Marianna Tuccia is a Partner - Legal Professional Recruiter at empire group. She is a former lawyer and is passionate about helping lawyers in their next career move. She has over 17 years experience in placing lawyers in law firms and is eager to assist lawyers building their careers. If the above role isn't what you are looking for, reach out to her so she can assist you in finding the right one!
