Senior Associate

DLA Piper; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper's Melbourne office is seeking a Senior Associate to join the Litigation & Regulatory team, working closely with partners on complex regulatory investigations and high-stakes litigation.

You will act for regulators and clients, manage multiple workstreams in Federal Court matters, and develop litigation strategies. The role emphasizes collaboration, client service, and mentoring junior lawyers within a global firm.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' PQE in disputes, litigation or regulatory practice.
• Experience in regulatory investigations, enforcement matters, commercial litigation or competition and consumer law.
• Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent drafting, communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Sound commercial judgement and ownership of complex matters.
• Collaborative mindset and commitment to outstanding client service.
• Interest in mentoring and supporting the development of junior lawyers.

Responsibilities

• Advise on complex regulatory enforcement matters, investigations and commercial litigation.
• Act for regulators in high-profile enforcement proceedings and investigations.
• Manage workstreams across Federal Court litigation, regulatory inquiries and contested proceedings.
• Work directly with clients, counsel and regulators to develop and implement litigation strategies.
• Build trusted client relationships and contribute to exceptional service delivery.
• Support the development of junior lawyers and contribute to a collaborative team culture.
• Collaborate with litigation and regulatory specialists across Australia and internationally.

Skills

Regulatory investigations

Litigation

Commercial litigation

Stakeholder management

Mentoring juniors

Job description

DLA Piper's Litigation & Regulatory team is growing, and we're looking for a talented Senior Associate to join our Melbourne office.

This is an exceptional opportunity to work closely with John Fogarty, Partner, on complex regulatory investigations, enforcement proceedings and high-profile litigation. With a significant focus on acting for ASIC, you’ll work alongside leading practitioners across Australia and our global network.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Advise clients on complex regulatory enforcement matters, investigations and commercial litigation
• Act for regulators in high-profile enforcement proceedings and investigations
• Manage key workstreams across Federal Court litigation, regulatory inquiries and contested proceedings
• Work directly with clients, counsel and regulators to develop and implement litigation strategies
• Build trusted client relationships and contribute to exceptional service delivery
• Support the development of junior lawyers and contribute to a collaborative team culture
• Collaborate with litigation and regulatory specialists across Australia and internationally

About You

• 5+ years' PQE gained in a leading disputes, litigation or regulatory practice
• Experience in regulatory investigations, enforcement matters, commercial litigation or competition and consumer law
• Strong technical, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent drafting, communication and stakeholder management abilities
• Sound commercial judgement and the confidence to take ownership of complex matters
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to outstanding client service
• An interest in mentoring and supporting the development of junior lawyers

About Us

We're a global law firm helping our clients achieve their goals wherever they do business. Our pursuit of innovation has transformed our delivery of legal services. With offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, we deliver exceptional outcomes on cross-border projects, critical transactions and high-stakes disputes.

At DLA Piper, we understand that inclusion is not a one-size-fits-all concept. We embrace and celebrate the range of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that each individual brings to our firm. By fostering a culture that welcomes and appreciates all aspects of our individuality, we ensure that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Our commitment to inclusion and positive social impact enables us to provide exceptional service to our clients and communities, while nurturing a unique and inclusive culture for all our people. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people – however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.

We are committed to being accessible and accommodating any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the recruitment process to ensure an inclusive experience for all. If you need any support or adjustments, please let us know.

Where local legislation permits, we will conduct relevant pre-engagement screening checks prior to your first day.