Lawyer - Litigation and Dispute Resolution

McCullough Robertson; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Diversity program

Education program

Mentoring

Wellbeing program

End-of-trip facilities

Job summary

McCullough Robertson in Sydney is seeking a lawyer with 2-5 years' PQE in commercial litigation to join our Litigation and Dispute Resolution team.

You will gain hands-on exposure to a varied and challenging mix of disputes, develop client relationships and build advocacy and dispute resolution skills within a collaborative and supportive environment.

We provide mentoring, excellent training, and real opportunities to progress your career as part of one of Sydney's leading litigation teams.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years’ PQE in commercial litigation.
• Strong foundational litigation skills including research, drafting and matter management.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• Willingness to learn and develop client relationships within a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Work on a varied and challenging mix of commercial disputes.
• Develop client relationships and advance advocacy and dispute resolution skills.
• Contribute to matter management, research and drafting under mentoring.
• Collaborate within one of Sydney's leading litigation teams.

Skills

Litigation

Legal Research

Drafting

Client communication

Teamwork

Education

Law degree

Job description

Good people. Good work. Great opportunities.

McCullough Robertson is a commercially focused firm, working with high-calibre national and international clients. We work on big matters in small teams, approaching each day with dedication and professionalism.

We provide exceptional opportunities for our employees to perform, grow and succeed, through extensive training and career development. Our teams work together and support one another to achieve individual, team and firm-wide goals.

Backed by a national team of over 400 staff located in Brisbane and Sydney, McCullough Robertson is a big firm, without the attitude.

The Team

McCullough Robertson's Litigation and Dispute Resolution group works with clients across a diverse range of industries, including energy, resources, manufacturing and government. The team advises on a broad spectrum of disputes, acting for individuals, private businesses and listed corporations in matters involving insolvency, corporate governance and compliance, intellectual property, defamation, regulatory investigations, white-collar crime and more.

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a lawyer to join our Litigation and Dispute Resolution team in Sydney.

Working alongside highly regarded partners and experienced practitioners, you will gain hands-on exposure to a varied and challenging mix of commercial disputes. From the outset, you will be encouraged to take an active role in matters, develop client relationships and build your advocacy and dispute resolution skills, all within a collaborative and supportive environment.

This role offers excellent mentoring and development opportunities, exposure to high-quality work, and the chance to progress your career as part of one of Sydney's leading litigation teams.

Experience

We are looking for a motivated lawyer with 2-5 years’ PQE gained within a commercial litigation practice.

You will have developed strong foundational litigation skills, including legal research, drafting, matter management and client communication. You enjoy analysing complex legal issues, are attentive to detail and take pride in delivering high-quality work.

A willingness to learn, a positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills are equally important. You will thrive in a team environment, enjoy collaborating with colleagues and be eager to continue developing your technical and commercial expertise.

Most importantly, you will be enthusiastic about building a long-term career in commercial litigation and contributing to a team that values excellence, collaboration and client service.

Benefits

At McCullough Robertson, we encourage a balanced work environment. Our teams enjoy having the opportunity to work in a supportive environment while having fun and achieving results.

We offer the following benefits for our employees:

• Dedicated Diversity committee with an innovative program focusing on all areas of diversity and inclusion;
• Attractive further education program and supportive learning and development opportunities throughout your whole career;
• Mentoring and sponsorship opportunities as well as coaching and leadership support;
• Holistic Health and Wellbeing program including subsidised gym membership and active social and sporting committees; and
• Inhouse barista and end-of-trip facilities.

Inclusion and Diversity

We are a leader in diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating an environment where our employees want to come to work.

An award-winning law firm, we have received the prestigious Employer of Choice for Gender Equality citation for 15 consecutive years and been recognised as a Gold Tier Small Employer at the 2026 Australian LGBTQ+ Inclusion Awards.

We're an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.