Legal Counsel – Litigation Practice Group
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The Opportunity
We are looking for a litigation-focused Legal Counsel to join the in-house legal team at EY in the General Counsel's Office (GCO). This is an opportunity to work closely in a sophisticated in-house disputes team and to build relationships with experienced internal clients. Through a diverse range of legal work and exposure to the complex legal issues affecting a top four professional services firm, you will develop bespoke legal skills. This role is based in Warrang – Sydney, and may be adjusted to work flexibly with reduced hours – please speak with us about options.
Key Responsibilities
Managing and advising on a range of disputes and litigated matters.
Managing contentious investigations and enquiries by Australian regulators.
Briefing and instructing external solicitors, barristers and internal and external experts.
Attending mediations and settlement conferences.
Instructing and assisting in preparation for hearings.
Liaising with and reporting to a wide variety of stakeholders including EY's executive, global GCO colleagues and insurers.
Responding to and advising on orders for document production.
Supporting senior litigation lawyers and ensuring continuity of their portfolio as needed.
Skills and Attributes for Success
Current Australian practising certificate.
5+ years post admission experience.
Experience as an in-house lawyer, ideally with some top tier private practice experience.
The ability to provide strategic commercial advice to stakeholders across the business.
Highly developed communication and negotiation skills.
Pragmatic problem-solving skills and creativity.
Ability to work autonomously and to escalate when required.
Additional Preferred Skills
Some experience in employment law work.
A flexible, proactive approach and an optimistic outlook.
The drive to manage a wide variety of work with a growth mindset and positive approach.
What We Offer
Career development: your career is yours to shape with future-focused skills and world-class experiences.
Flexible work arrangements: empowering you to balance personal and professional life.
Comprehensive benefits package: including yearly wellness incentive, 8 weeks of additional flex leave per year, family-friendly policies and 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave.
Competitive salary open to negotiation based on skills and experience.
Acknowledgement of Country
EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier-free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. If you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at or +61 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
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