Senior Associate - Commercial Disputes

Bartier Perry Pty Limited; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Wellness program

Flexible work arrangements

Incentive bonus program

Regular social events

Parental leave 20 weeks

Learning & development

Recognition programs

Job summary

Bartier Perry Pty Limited in Sydney requires a Senior Associate to join our Commercial Disputes team. You will oversee complex matters, mentor junior lawyers, and collaborate with clients and colleagues to drive outcomes.

We offer flexible and remote work options, a supportive culture, and clear career progression within a high-performing practice.

Our firm values work-life balance and provides ongoing professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of post-admission experience in general commercial disputes and insolvency matters
• Detailed knowledge of court practice and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, mentor and delegate work to junior lawyers and support team members
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, colleagues and stakeholders
• Proven ability to manage client relationships, contribute to practice growth and support business development initiatives
• Collaborative approach and ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team

Skills

Post-admission experience

Excellent communication skills

Client relationship management

Team collaboration

Mentoring junior lawyers

Research and analysis

Job description

• Learning and career progression opportunities
• Free fitness classes, wellness program & regular social events

About the role

As a result of growth, we have a fantastic opportunity for a Senior Associate to join our thriving and innovative Commercial Disputes team.

The team services a broad mix of clients including large corporates, SMEs, high net worth individuals, insolvency practitioners, local councils and government. We are looking for lawyers who have the drive and capacity to succeed in a busy and high-performing practice.

While this role is based in our Sydney CBD office, at Bartier Perry we all have the opportunity to work flexibly and remotely. Bartier Perry offers structured career progression for those who want it, within a warm, friendly and supportive environment.

About you

• 5+ years of post-admission experience in general commercial disputes and insolvency matters
• Detailed knowledge of court practice and procedures
• Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise, mentor and delegate work to junior lawyers and support team members
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, colleagues and stakeholders
• Proven ability to manage client relationships, contribute to practice growth and support business development initiatives
• A collaborative approach and ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Recognised as a 2024 Employer of Choice, Bartier Perry is a firm where our culture shapes everything we do. We pride ourselves on being approachable and high-performing while actively promoting a healthy work-life balance. We engage respectfully with one another, our clients, and the wider community.

We share a united commitment to excellence, and our supportive, inclusive culture empowers everyone to reach their full potential and thrive in their careers and beyond.

As a progressive law firm, we are dedicated to nurturing your unique talents and providing opportunities at every stage of your career. Our professional training and development programs are designed to support growth, high performance, and career progression.

We have a clear strategy and purpose that guides us.

From accessible partners who actively mentor and provide guidance to secondment opportunities with industry-leading clients, we create pathways for our people to flourish professionally and personally.

• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
• Incentive bonus program for all staff
• Regular social and team-building activities
• Generous 20 weeks paid parental leave for eligible caregivers
• In-house learning and development opportunities
• Reward and recognition programs

Learn more about working at Bartier Perry.

We are currently inviting direct applications only and will not be engaging recruitment agencies for this role.

Please note: Only applicants with the legal right to work in Australia will be considered for this role

Bartier Perry is committed to being an inclusive, flexible, and welcoming workplace where diversity is valued and respected. We celebrate differences, including age, gender identity and expression, cultural background, disability, sexual orientation, religion, family and caring responsibilities, and more. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and are dedicated to creating a culturally safe and supportive environment.

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please contact our People & Culture team. We encourage you to inform us at the time of application - we welcome hearing from you.