About the role
We are currently looking for a solicitor or senior associate with 5+ years' PAE to join our Restructuring and Insolvency team in Brisbane.
Role will require:
* Providing clients with legal advice
* Assist in managing matters, ensuring all deadlines are met
* Regularly reviewing applicable case law and legislative changes
* Conducting effective legal research and analysis to produce timely, commercial and legally accurate advice
* Managing a robust workload, including prioritising work and delivering services effectively
* Developing an understanding of client operations and strategy
* Managing prospective client relationships
* Mentoring and developing junior staff
* Continual professional development and managing CLE requirements
The successful candidate
* 5+ years' PQE with a background in commercial litigation and restructuring & insolvency
* Experience in public examinations and claw back actions (liquidators)
* Completed ARITA course
* Ability to manage client expectations and run matters autonomously
* Ability to relate to people at all levels and effectively work in a team
* A solid focus on turnaround time
* Commercial acumen
* Practical and client focus problem solving skills
* A strong, plain language communication style
Join the team
Our culture focuses on excellence without losing sight of work‐life balance. We work hard for our clients but we also make sure we put our people first. Whether it's taking advantage of our discounted gym memberships across Australia, joining one of our all‐star sports teams or enjoying a complimentary massage, Colin Biggers & Paisley offers a suite of unique employee benefits.
Our people are given every opportunity for both career progression and personal growth. We continually invest in our people and support and encourage them as they grow within the practice.
Inclusion and Diversity
Inclusion and Diversity is a priority for us. "Diversity" to us means diversity in gender, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation and ability, and "inclusion" for us means inclusion for all. We are committed to fostering a truly diverse workforce that is inclusive of everyone.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability or ethnicity.
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