Disputes & Class Actions Solicitor (Melbourne)

Herbert Smith Freehills; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer in Melbourne seeks a Solicitor to join our leading Disputes team. You will work on class actions, commercial litigation, and regulatory matters, collaborating with partners and a global group across national and international clients.

You will contribute to excellent client service, manage files, identify issues, and help develop business opportunities while working with colleagues across offices. Extensive client exposure and learning opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' legal experience in disputes or commercial litigation.
• Australian/New Zealand practising certificate.
• Proven ability to deliver technical advice on class actions or commercial disputes.
• Strong academic record and practical mindset.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to excellent client service, handle files, identify issues and provide solutions.
• Help develop business opportunities with existing and new clients.
• Collaborate with interstate and international colleagues.
• Gain extensive client exposure and build a network of relationships.

Skills

Practising certificate (AUS/NZ)

Legal experience

Academic excellence

Proactive mindset

Time management

Communication skills

Curiosity about AI/tech

Team collaboration

Job description

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer in Melbourne seeks a Solicitor to join our leading Disputes team. You will work on class actions, commercial litigation, and regulatory matters, collaborating with partners and a global group across national and international clients.

You will contribute to excellent client service, manage files, identify issues, and help develop business opportunities while working with colleagues across offices. Extensive client exposure and learning opportunities are provided.