Senior Associate - Mixed Disputes

Commercial Litigation Lawyer

A rare opportunity to join a growing Litigation and Dispute Resolution team within a leading national commercial practice. This role offers complex disputes work, real courtroom exposure and clear pathways for development across Associate, Senior Associate and Special Counsel levels.

The Firm

This national law firm is recognised for its high quality commercial disputes practice, supportive leadership and commitment to structured career development. The firm offers the discipline and complexity of a large practice while maintaining an approachable, collaborative culture.

With strong internal processes, a junior heavy team and a strategic growth plan, the firm provides stability, excellent resources and a workplace where technical excellence is valued. Twice yearly performance reviews, transparent promotions and access to modern legal technology, including AI driven tools, support long term growth.

The Role

Due to expansion, the firm is seeking multiple hires at Associate, Senior Associate and Special Counsel level. Working full time in the Sydney office, the successful candidates will:

• Manage a broad portfolio of commercial litigation including contract disputes, competition and consumer law matters, corporate disputes, banking and finance litigation, IP disputes and large scale debt recovery


• Draft complex affidavits, submissions, evidence and correspondence


• Lead contested interlocutory applications and engage with NSW courts


• Mentor junior lawyers and contribute to a high performing team environment


• Apply disciplined time recording, document protocols and matter management processes


• Collaborate closely with senior principals while maintaining autonomy on files


• Focus on delivering high quality litigation outcomes, with business development expectations remaining low

Insolvency and class action focused backgrounds are not aligned with the needs of this team.

The Candidate

• Between 3+ years PAE in commercial litigation


• Background in a mid tier or top tier environment with exposure to complex matters


• Strong drafting skills and confidence with contested interlocutory work


• NSW litigation experience including familiarity with relevant legislation and court procedures


• A calm, senior presence with the ability to mentor and develop junior team members


• Career stability and commitment to full time in office work, with some work from home flexibility following probation


• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative attitude


• Alignment with a team that values high standards, technical rigour and a supportive culture

Benefits

• Industry memberships, postgraduate study support and a formal pro bono program


• Structured development pathways including Mentoring and Leadership, Senior Associate and Special Counsel Pathway, Principal Pathway and Women in Leadership


• Flexible work policies including parental leave, remote working options and occasional access to national offices


• Strong technology support for hybrid work


• Discounted private health insurance, flu vaccinations and an employee assistance program


• Wellbeing initiatives including dress for your day, fresh fruit, fitness activities and mental health support


• Regular training including Lunch and Learn sessions, CPD seminars and on the job learning with senior practitioners


• Graduate and traineeship programs plus internship and sponsorship opportunities


• Weekly Friday breakfast, monthly office drinks, social events and employee committees


• Referral bonuses, discounted conveyancing, the ability to purchase additional leave, volunteer leave and enhanced parental leave


• Lendly car leasing and legal home loans

How to Apply

To apply, please use a MS Word formatted CV or contact Kalinda Campbell for a confidential discussion.

kalinda.campbell@people2people.com.au

02 8270 9725