About You:
Are you a seasoned consultant/contract lawyer looking for a fresh approach, or a lawyer thinking of taking the leap to flex-working in 2026? If you are interested in finding out what it's like to work with us as a Reach Legal Consultant, we would love to hear from you.
Skills and Experience needed:
With a growing base of clients in Sydney, we would love to talk to lawyers with a current Practising Certificate (or ability to obtain one) who are interested in exploring opportunities to work with Ashurst clients or within one of the firm's Practice Groups.
With a diverse client base across a range of industries, we are able to offer a variety of interesting assignments. Many roles are hybrid and we can work with you to find a role that suits you in terms of numbers of days/hours worked.
We regularly have opportunities for lawyers with excellent experience in the following areas:
* Banking & Finance
* Construction and Projects
* Corporate/M&A
* Dispute Resolution/Investigations
* Employment law
* Energy/Resources/Utilities
* Environment & Planning/Native Title
* Financial Services (Regulatory & Transactional)
* General Commercial Contracts
* Technology/Telecommunications/IP
As well as relevant legal experience you will need:
* Senior stakeholder management skills
* Strong commercial and business acumen
* The ability to rapidly understand and adapt to the needs of the business
* An excellent client service focus, ethic and commitment
* The right to live and work in Australia (and be based here) and hold or be able to obtain a current practising certificate
* Willingness to engage with Ashurst via an Independent Incorporated Legal Practice or casual employment
Why join Ashurst Reach?
Ashurst Reach offers our alumni, clients and other top-tier and in-house lawyers the flexibility to choose how they work. Together we realise your professional goals in a flexible and supportive environment, providing you with career ownership and rewarding opportunities both in-house and within the firm.
There are several benefits of working as a consultant with Ashurst Reach:
* Flexible career options - receive greater variety, choice and control over how and when you work, balancing career goals and lifestyle
* Personalised service - collaborate closely with Ashurst Reach to realise your professional goals
* Top-tier support - have the backing of a truly global firm with a reputation for high performance, a wealth of industry experience and a refreshingly open and diverse culture
What to do now:
If you have suitable skills and experience and would like to find out more about the roles we are currently recruiting for, or working with Ashurst Advance Reach generally, please email Fiona Craig, our Talent Manager, at
Please note due to the volume of applications only successful applicants will be contacted.
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