Third Year Lawyer

Slater and Gordon Lawyers; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary increase on July 1 (Enterprise)

Paid service leave

Wellness reimbursement

Learning & development

Hybrid work

Job summary

Slater and Gordon is seeking a Lawyer with 3 years post-admission experience to join the Abuse team in Sydney. This full-time role involves managing a personal injury file and contributing to a nationally respected practice.

You will develop networks, support business growth, and work within a flexible, hybrid model while upholding the firm’s commitment to access to justice.

Qualifications

• Passion for social justice and positive client outcomes.
• High level of empathy and desire to help people.
• Builds and maintains strong client, community and professional relationships.
• Excellent written communication and drafting skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and manage challenging clients professionally.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own files within the Abuse team in Sydney.
• Support the growth of the practice by developing networks and new business opportunities.
• Contribute to community relationships and flexible, hybrid working arrangements.

Skills

Client relationships

Negotiation skills

Written communication

Empathy

Autonomy

Job description

At Slater and Gordon, purpose meets progress. If you want to do work that matters and make a real impact, you'll find it here.

As a leading personal injury and class actions firm, we're committed to opening up access to justice for more Australians. Every member of our team plays a vital part in that mission, whether you're working directly with clients or supporting our people behind the scenes.

The opportunity

We are seeking a Lawyer with 3 years’ post-admission experience to join our Abuse team inSydney. This is a full-time, permanent role.

Our Abuse Law team advances civil claims on behalf of clients who have experienced abuse as children in schools, juvenile detention facilities and other institutional settings. You will manage your own files while working with one of our most experienced and respected practice groups nationally.

You will also help manage and grow the practice by strengthening existing community relationships, developing new networks and exploring opportunities for new business. Flexible work arrangements may be available.

• Employees covered by our Enterprise Agreement enjoy:
• A confirmed annual 1 July salary increase.
• Additional paid service leave.
• An annual wellness reimbursement.
• Career development opportunities and access to learning programs.
• Genuine work-life balance through hybrid work arrangements and real flexibility.

More broadly, at Slater and Gordon you:

• Support powerful outcomes - your work underpins the delivery of meaningful legal services and better outcomes for clients.
• Grow your career with real opportunity - internal mobility, professional growth, mentorship and exposure across teams and functions.
• Belong to an inclusive community - different backgrounds, real flexibility and stronger teams shaped by compassion and respect.
• You will also have access to benefits including shutdown leave, paid parental leave, extra-long service leave and ongoing learning and professional development opportunities.

What we are looking for

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a passion for social justice and generating positive outcomes for clients.
• Has a genuine interest in helping people and a high level of empathy.
• Builds and maintains strong client, community and professional relationships.
• Communicates effectively and demonstrates exceptional negotiation skills.
• Is able to manage sensitive issues and challenging clients with professionalism and composure.
• Can exercise sound judgement and resolve problems efficiently.
• Works effectively both autonomously and as part of a team.

What will you bring

You will bring:

• At least three years’ post-admission experience.
• A keen interest in personal injury law and, ideally, experience in a plaintiff personal injury practice.
• Excellent written communication and drafting skills.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated experience in network and relationship management.
• The ability to contribute to the ongoing management and development of a legal practice.

To be eligible for this position, you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident, or hold a valid visa with full and unrestricted working rights in Australia. Proof of work rights will be required as part of our application process.

Acknowledgement of Country

Slater and Gordon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all First Nations peoples today.

Diversity and inclusion

Slater and Gordon is committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity and ensures equal opportunities for all. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, or other legally protected attributes.

We understand that everyone has different needs. If you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know in your application.

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