Senior Global Litigation Counsel, 10+ PQE | Flexible Hours

Wolf & Williams; Sydney; On-site; AUD 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading salary and bonus

Brilliant work flexibility

Development and progression opportunit

Job summary

Wolf & Williams is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel in Sydney to lead international mediations and arbitrations and oversee cross-border disputes. This role requires 10+ PQE, strong litigation background, and the ability to coordinate with global stakeholders while advising on regulatory investigations.

You will mentor junior lawyers, shape dispute strategies, and contribute to the firm's growth. The position offers flexible work arrangements and a market-leading compensation package, with

Qualifications

• 10+ PQE in litigation with international arbitration exposure.
• Experience in private practice or in-house litigation leadership.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proactive work ethic and agile working style.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large-scale international mediations and arbitrations arising from consumer disputes, including strategy development, evidence preparation, settlement negotiations, and coordination with external counsel and overseas stakeholders.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of domestic litigation and dispute resolution matters, from initial assessment and case strategy through to trial, settlement, or alternative dispute resolution.
• Provide strategic advice and representation on regulatory investigations, inquiries, and enforcement actions.
• Develop and implement dispute-resolution strategies that minimise commercial, reputational, and regulatory risk.
• Instruct and manage external counsel (both domestic and international).
• Provide proactive advice to the business on risk mitigation and compliance.
• Mentor junior lawyers.

Skills

Litigation experience

Arbitration

Regulatory investigations

Education

Qualified lawyer (solicitor/barrister)

Job description

Wolf & Williams is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel in Sydney to lead international mediations and arbitrations and oversee cross-border disputes. This role requires 10+ PQE, strong litigation background, and the ability to coordinate with global stakeholders while advising on regulatory investigations.

You will mentor junior lawyers, shape dispute strategies, and contribute to the firm's growth. The position offers flexible work arrangements and a market-leading compensation package, with