Litigation and Dispute Resolution Lawyer

KeyMoves; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible/hybrid working arrangements

Real career progression opportunities

Mentorship from partners

Wellbeing programs

Generous leave entitlements

Paid parental leave

Job summary

KeyMoves is assisting a respected mid-tier firm in Sydney seeking a Litigation and Dispute Resolution Lawyer. You’ll manage a varied caseload of commercial litigation and dispute resolution matters with genuine autonomy from early in your tenure.

Work closely with partners on strategy, court appearances and negotiations, and build your own client relationships and practice area expertise. You’ll mentor junior lawyers as the team grows in a modern CBD office with a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years PQE in commercial litigation and dispute resolution.
• Strong technical drafting and advocacy skills.
• Admitted to practice in NSW with a current practising certificate.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of commercial litigation and dispute resolution matters.
• Provide ownership and autonomy from early in tenure.
• Work with partners on strategy, court appearances and negotiations.
• Build client relationships and develop practice area expertise.
• Support and mentor junior lawyers as the team grows.

Skills

Drafting & advocacy

Autonomy

Client relationships

Collaboration

Education

NSW practising certificate

Job description

Litigation and Dispute Resolution Lawyer

Our client is a respected mid-tier firm with a reputation for practical, commercially-minded advice and strong client relationships across a broad range of industries. It's an ideal environment for lawyers who want responsibility early and a real say in how their career develops.

The Role

Manage a varied caseload of commercial litigation and dispute resolution matters

Get genuine autonomy and direct client contact from early in your tenure

Work closely with partners on strategy, court appearances, and negotiations

Opportunity to build your own client relationships and practice area expertise

Support and mentor junior lawyers as the team continues to grow

About You

2–5 years PQE in commercial litigation and dispute resolution

Strong technical drafting and advocacy skills

Comfortable taking ownership of matters and working autonomously

A collaborative mindset and interest in client relationships

Admitted to practice in NSW with a current practising certificate

What's on Offer

Competitive salary and bonus structure, benchmarked against the market

Flexible/hybrid working arrangements

Real career progression opportunities as the practice grows

Direct mentorship from partners, with investment in your development

Modern CBD offices and a close, supportive team culture

Additional benefits including wellbeing programs, generous leave entitlements, and paid parental leave

This is a great opportunity for a lawyer who wants more ownership, closer client relationships, and a firm that will actually notice (and reward) good work.