Sydney-Based Litigation & Insolvency Associate — Impact & Growth

AHD Lawyers; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring and professional development

Career progression opportunities

Team travel occasionally

Job summary

AHD Lawyers in Sydney is seeking an Associate Lawyer to join our boutique team specializing in complex commercial litigation and insolvency matters. You will support partners and other lawyers from start to resolution, handling debt recovery, contractual disputes, and regulatory issues.

The role requires 2–3 years PQE, admission as an Australian practitioner, and NSW practising certificate eligibility. Technology-related regulatory matters are advantageous but not essential.

Qualifications

• Australian practitioner admission and NSW practising certificate.
• 2–3 years' post-qualification experience in commercial litigation.
• Experience in debt recovery, contractual disputes, equity and trusts, and matters under the Corporations Act.
• Exposure to corporate insolvency and restructuring welcomed.
• Strong legal research, drafting and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a legal team.

Responsibilities

• Managing commercial litigation matters, including debt recovery and contractual disputes.
• Preparing and reviewing pleadings, affidavits, submissions, evidence and other court documents.
• Conducting legal research and providing written and oral advice on complex issues.
• Managing discovery, evidence preparation and other interlocutory processes.
• Assisting with and appearing in court proceedings, conferences, mediations and negotiations.
• Advising clients in relation to corporate insolvency, restructuring and liquidation matters.
• Acting for and advising companies, directors, creditors and insolvency practitioners.
• Contributing to litigation strategy and the conduct of complex matters.
• Working collaboratively with partners and the legal team.

Education

Australian legal practitioner admission and NSW practising certificate

Job description

AHD Lawyers in Sydney is seeking an Associate Lawyer to join our boutique team specializing in complex commercial litigation and insolvency matters. You will support partners and other lawyers from start to resolution, handling debt recovery, contractual disputes, and regulatory issues.

The role requires 2–3 years PQE, admission as an Australian practitioner, and NSW practising certificate eligibility. Technology-related regulatory matters are advantageous but not essential.