Lawyer to Associate, Litigation

SHL; Darwin; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Sparke Helmore is seeking a Litigation Lawyer to Associate in Darwin, joining our Litigation team led by Partner George Roussos. You will work with a dynamic, client-focused group and contribute to resolving disputes across a range of matters.

We encourage newly admitted lawyers to apply. The role offers development opportunities, access to leaders and mentoring, and exposure to high-quality clients in a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• You will be an admitted lawyer who thrives on challenge and takes the initiative to find innovative solutions.
• Newly admitted lawyers with pre-admission experience are also encouraged to apply.
• Have strong legal knowledge, analytical skills, and strategic thinking.
• Value organisational skills and manage client matters promptly and courteously.
• Can build relationships with stakeholders through excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing litigation matters for individuals and organisations.
• Provide skilled and insightful advice to navigate legal and factual issues and identify practical outcomes.
• Support partners and fellow lawyers in case preparation, negotiations and court proceedings.

Skills

Admitted lawyer

Newly admitted lawyers welcome

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Why Sparke Helmore?

As an independent Australian firm with a long history and a big heart, we have a rich story to tell. Our spirit is built on the power of relationships with our people, clients and communities.

At Sparke Helmore, you’ll be actively involved as part of a diverse, genuine and friendly team. We’ll help you harness your ambition and take your skills to new heights with exposure to outstanding clients and easy access to exceptional leaders and mentors.

Your story is yours to define. We’d like to be part of it and for you to be part of ours.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Lawyer to Associate to join our Litigation team in Darwin working with Partner, George Roussos.

About the team and the work

• We help individuals and organisations manage business, workplace, compensation and health and safety claims and disputes, including the bringing or defending of claims in Court and resolving matters in alternative ways such as negotiation and mediation.

• An opportunity has become available for a self-motivated, conscientious, and diligent Lawyer to join our law firm in Darwin, Northern Territory. With a service orientated approach, you will prioritise and support the needs of our business and clients.

• In this role as a Litigation Lawyer, you will help individuals and organisations with skilled and insightful advice to help them navigate the legal and factual complexity of their issue and identify the best practical outcome and how to achieve it.

What the market says

Winner:LawFirmoftheYear,Insurance,BestLawyers,2027

Ranked:Tier1InsuranceLaw,BestLawyers,2027

Ranked:Tier2Litigation,BestLawyers,2027

Finalist:LawFirmoftheYear,AustralianLawAwards,2026

5‑StarEmployerofChoice,2025–StandOutWinner(WellbeingandExperience)

More about you

• You will be an admitted lawyer who thrives on challenge and takes the initiative to find innovative solutions.

• Newly admitted lawyers with pre-admission experience are also encouraged to apply.

• Have strong legal knowledge, analytical skills, and strategic thinking.

• Value organisational skills and manage client matters promptly and courteously.

• Can build relationships with stakeholders through excellent interpersonal skills.

What Sparke Helmore can offer you

Our culture is one which values and celebrates diversity to better represent the communities in which we live and work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to join us - and bring their whole selves to work.

We recognise people value things differently. That’s why our comprehensive benefits program is wide ranging so that everyone can find something that appeals to them. We’re sure you will find something to love about what Sparke Helmore has to offer.

To find out more about what is on offer at Sparke Helmore please visit our website: Join us

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Background Screening: Successful applications will be subject to pre-employment and in some circumstances, ongoing background checks which include a criminal history check.

For further information regarding this opportunity please contact Nikki Costelloe on [phone].