Competition, Regulatory & Risk - Associate/Senior Associate

Mills Oakley; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working

Health Benefits

Employee Assistance Programs

Study Leave

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Associate to join their dynamic competition and disputes practice in Sydney. This role offers the chance to work closely with senior practitioners in a supportive environment, focusing on a variety of competition and consumer law matters, including litigation and regulatory investigations. With a commitment to professional development and a collaborative approach to learning, this firm provides an excellent platform for career growth. If you have a passion for delivering high-quality legal services and thrive in a team-oriented atmosphere, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years PQE with demonstrable litigation experience.
• Strong communication and research skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Handle a broad spectrum of competition and consumer law matters.
• Brief counsel and draft legal documents.

Skills

Litigation Experience

Client Relationship Management

Legal Document Drafting

Research Skills

Communication Skills

Job description

Competition, Regulatory & Risk - Senior Associate

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About Us

Mills Oakley is a leading national law firm with a proud history spanning over 160 years. We have grown into a Top 10 Australian law firm by size, maintaining a shared vision of exceptional client service with a friendly and collaborative ethos. Mutual trust and respect underpin everything we do.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Associate or junior Senior Associate to join our busy Sydney competition and disputes practice. You will work within a collegiate and supportive environment, closely with senior practitioners, and have the opportunity for career development through handling a broad spectrum of competition and consumer law matters, including litigation, regulatory investigations, and commercial disputes.

Who We Are Looking For

Candidates should have between 5 and 8 years PQE with demonstrable litigation experience. Essential abilities include delivering high-quality legal services, maintaining client relationships, supporting team goals, and participating in professional development. Litigation experience should include briefing counsel, drafting legal documents, and communicating complex arguments clearly. Strong research skills and the ability to provide concise advice are also required.

What We Offer

We promote a collaborative approach to learning and development, offering flexible working, health benefits, employee assistance programs, study leave, and other perks to support your growth and well-being.

Application Process

Please submit your CV and Cover Letter addressed to our Talent Acquisition team via our Careers page.

Minimum Requirements

• 5-8 years PQE with litigation experience
• Ability to deliver high-quality legal services
• Strong communication and research skills