Multiple opportunities (associate to senior associate)

About the Role and Team

Clyde & Co is undergoing growth in our Melbourne office and is looking for lawyers from Associate to Senior Associate level. The Melbourne practice covers commercial disputes and contentious insurance matters, including casualty, professional indemnity, directors' and officers' insurance coverage and defense work. Focus is high‐value, strategic claims, claims with significant stakeholder involvement, and claims from emerging risks, including AI.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting Partners and team members on complex large‐scale matters, including defense of directors' and officers' liability and professional indemnity insurance claims, large construction project claims, product and public liability claims, and multi‐party litigation.
• Working with and delegating to junior lawyers; helping partners/special counsel manage the team and foster teamwork.
• Liaising directly with regional and global clients, building trusted adviser relationships, and supporting business development activities.
• Managing e‐discovery and electronic data collection for litigation.
• Communicating clearly and effectively, both in legal advice to clients and negotiations with opposing parties.

Candidate Profile

• Australian or dual qualified, with experience in an international or leading national firm.
• Prior experience defending claims in Australian courts and tribunals.
• Commitment to technical excellence, commercial awareness and the ability to build rapport with clients.
• Interest in professional development, confidence in client relationship development, and desire to thrive in a high‐performing team.

Benefits and Work Environment

• Hybrid work flexibility: balance of remote and in‐office work.
• Additional paid leave: senior lawyers receive 5 extra days annually.
• Performance bonuses: structured and generous bonus schemes.
• Referral rewards for introducing talented colleagues.
• Mentorship and career growth: strong mentorship, global training programmes, career development support.
• Well‐being benefits: $750 per calendar year for wellness activities, dedicated wellbeing day.
• Inclusive parental leave: six months fully paid for all parents regardless of gender.
• Global mobility programme: client‐facing events across Australia and abroad.

Equal Opportunity

Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome and encourage applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity.