Senior Litigation Associate

Sonder Consultants; Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in Sydney is recruiting a Commercial Litigator with 4+ years PQE. You will handle complex litigation matters for a prestigious client base in various sectors, including banking and finance. Expected to lead cases and mentor junior lawyers in a collaborative environment. This is a full-time role offering significant growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 4+ years PQE in commercial litigation.
• Experience in a top-tier or highly regarded disputes practice.
• Ability to lead on matters and mentor junior lawyers.

Responsibilities

• Work on sophisticated commercial litigation matters for diverse clients.
• Collaborate in a high-performing team environment.
• Lead on matters and mentor junior lawyers.

Skills

Commercial litigation experience

Strong case management

Advocacy skills

Client advisory skills

Job description

Overview

An elite Band 1 disputes team is looking to add a talented Commercial Litigator (4+ PQE) to their growing practice in Sydney and Melbourne. This market-leading litigation team handles some of the most complex and high-profile disputes in Australia. They are on an exciting growth journey and are seeking experienced litigators to take on key leadership roles, bridging the gap between junior associates and the partnership. You’ll be working on sophisticated commercial litigation matters for an impressive client base across banking and finance, energy & resources, TMT, and more. Expect a highly collaborative environment, exposure to cutting-edge disputes, and the opportunity to lead on major cases.

Responsibilities

• Work on sophisticated commercial litigation matters for clients across banking and finance, energy & resources, TMT, and more.


• Collaborate in a high-performing team environment with exposure to cutting-edge disputes and opportunities to lead on major cases.


• Lead on matters and mentor junior lawyers.

Qualifications

• 4+ years PQE in commercial litigation


• Experience in a top-tier, international, or highly regarded disputes practice


• Strong case management, advocacy, and client advisory skills


• Ability to lead on matters and mentor junior lawyers

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Legal Services and Law Practice