Canberra | Full time or Part time | 6+ PAE
Your new company
Are you an experienced disputes lawyer looking to step into a senior role with genuine impact, autonomy and exposure to nationally significant work? Join a leading national practice known for its strong government client base, collaborative culture, and commitment to excellence.
This national commercial law firm has offices across Australia and a team of more than 800 professionals. The firm prides itself on delivering exceptional client value, fostering a friendly and supportive environment, and encouraging a commercial, solutions focused approach to practice. With a strong emphasis on teamwork, transparency, and professional growth, this is a place where senior lawyers can thrive—both as practitioners and leaders.
What's on offer?
You'll have access to a broad national network, high profile clients, and sophisticated dispute resolution work. The firm offers:• Genuine career progression pathways
• Flexible working arrangements, including part time options
• Challenging and meaningful pro bono opportunities
• Generous parental leave provisions
• Annual health and wellbeing initiatives (flu vaccinations, skin checks)
• Study assistance and ongoing professional development
• A comprehensive employee assistance program
• Corporate discounts and regular social events, including EOFY and end of year celebrations
• Opportunities to join firm sporting teams and community initiatives
You'll work in a culture grounded in openness, respect, and accountability, where people are supported and empowered to do their best work.
The Role
The firm is seeking a Senior Associate (6+ PAE) or Special Counsel (8+ PAE) to join its established Dispute Resolution practice in Canberra.You will be working as part of a cohesive, high performing team on a wide range of complex and high impact matters, including:
• Government litigation and regulatory disputes
• Class actions and complex civil claims
• Commercial disputes across major construction, infrastructure, technology and materiel projects
• Merits and judicial review matters
• Negotiations, mediations and arbitration
• Royal commissions, inquiries and investigations
• Strategic advisory work for major government clients
This role offers an exceptional platform for a senior disputes lawyer seeking depth, variety, and the opportunity to influence major outcomes.
What you'll get in return
To succeed in this role, you will bring:• 6+ years PAE, with experience in disputes, litigation or inquiries
o Experience in private practice, the Australian Government Solicitor, or a Crown Solicitor's office is highly regarded
• A strong commitment to building your disputes career
• A collaborative mindset and strong work ethic
• Client focused approach with the ability to develop and maintain strong relationships
• Confidence working autonomously while supporting and mentoring junior lawyers
• Excellent commercial awareness
• Strong written, verbal and analytical skills
• The ability to hold (or eligibility to obtain) an AGSVA security clearance
If you thrive in a team environment, enjoy complex and varied dispute work, and want to contribute to a practice doing meaningful work, this could be your ideal next step.
What you need to do now
If this sounds like the right fit for your next career move, we encourage you to apply or reach out to Madeleine Ellacott for a confidential discussion.
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