Senior Associate, Commercial Litigation — Flexible Work

empire group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Direct access to partners

Mentoring and development

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

Empire Group in Sydney seeks an Associate or Senior Associate to join its commercial litigation team. You will manage a diverse range of disputes, run matters through court processes and mediations, and closely advise clients on strategy and risk.

The role offers mentoring and a clear pathway to progression within a supportive team. You will work with partners on high-value disputes, develop client relationships, and contribute to business development while enjoying flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• 2+ years PQE for Associate level or 5+ years PQE for Senior Associate in commercial litigation.
• Strong drafting, analytical and technical legal skills.
• Experience appearing in courts or mediations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse range of commercial litigation matters.
• Run matters from inception to resolution, including court proceedings and mediations.
• Draft pleadings, affidavits and court documents.
• Advise clients on litigation risk and strategy.
• Mentor junior lawyers and support business development.

Skills

Legal drafting

Oral advocacy

Client relationship mgmt

Dispute resolution

Education

LLB/JD in Law

Tools

Time management

Job description

Empire Group in Sydney seeks an Associate or Senior Associate to join its commercial litigation team. You will manage a diverse range of disputes, run matters through court processes and mediations, and closely advise clients on strategy and risk.

The role offers mentoring and a clear pathway to progression within a supportive team. You will work with partners on high-value disputes, develop client relationships, and contribute to business development while enjoying flexible working arrangements