Disputes Associate: Global Commercial Litigation

Clifford Chance LLP; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Clifford Chance LLP in Sydney is seeking an Associate with 4+ years of post-qualification experience in commercial litigation. The role focuses on high‑level disputes, cross‑border matters and regulatory investigations, with exposure to financial institutions and corporates.

The successful candidate will join the Disputes Group in Sydney, collaborate across practice areas, and contribute to client relationships and business development while mentoring junior team members.

Qualifications

• 4+ years post-qualification experience in commercial litigation.
• Strong background in commercial litigation.
• Exposure to regulatory matters, class actions and investigations desirable.
• Experience advising financial institutions, banks, corporates.
• Comfort with cross-border matters and global perspective.
• Strong academic record and high-calibre legal skills.
• Proven matter management, analytical and organisational abilities.
• Team collaboration across multiple practice groups.
• Enthusiasm for business development and client relationships.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Passion for coaching and mentoring junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex commercial litigation matters in a busy disputes group.
• Assist with cross-border matters, regulatory and investigations work.
• Collaborate with other practice groups to deliver integrated solutions.
• Support business development activities and client relationship management.
• Mentor junior associates and contribute to knowledge sharing.

Skills

Commercial litigation

Cross-border matters

Client relationship management

Mentoring juniors

Business development

Education

Australian legal qualifications

Job description

Clifford Chance LLP in Sydney is seeking an Associate with 4+ years of post-qualification experience in commercial litigation. The role focuses on high‑level disputes, cross‑border matters and regulatory investigations, with exposure to financial institutions and corporates.

The successful candidate will join the Disputes Group in Sydney, collaborate across practice areas, and contribute to client relationships and business development while mentoring junior team members.