Dispute Resolution Lawyer

4 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Ashurst Full time

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The Opportunity:

We have an excellent opportunity for a Lawyer to join our dispute resolution team in Sydney. You will have the opportunity to work on a range of matters, which may include general commercial litigation, construction litigation, class actions, and financial services litigation. The successful candidate will work closely with Sydney partners as well as having the opportunity to work on cross-national and cross-border disputes, advising our blue chip client base in a range of industry sectors.

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The Opportunity:

We have an excellent opportunity for a Lawyer to join our dispute resolution team in Sydney. You will have the opportunity to work on a range of matters, which may include general commercial litigation, construction litigation, class actions, and financial services litigation. The successful candidate will work closely with Sydney partners as well as having the opportunity to work on cross-national and cross-border disputes, advising our blue chip client base in a range of industry sectors.

We have acted for many of the world's leading companies on their most significant disputes and investigations. Our teams work seamlessly and collaboratively across geographic boundaries. Our team is equally at home operating in national courts, in domestic or international arbitrations, or before specialist tribunals.

More information on the role and team can be found in the Job Description attached to the role on our website www.ashurst.com/en/careers

About You:

To succeed in this role you will need:

2-5 years' dispute resolution experience gained within a top-tier or mid-tier firm, or in-house.
Excellent drafting and communication skills, both written and verbal.
A commercial approach and an ability to articulate and negotiate effectively.
Strong attention to detail with well-developed analytical skills.
The ability to be team-focused, provide leadership and mentoring to the juniors in the team whilst also work independently.
A proactive, positive and energetic approach with a commitment to providing excellent service, and a desire to interact with the market and build client relationships.

At Ashurst, you'll have the opportunity to work in an environment that encourages learning and excellence with some of Australia's leading professionals. You will also have a range of social, sporting and health benefits available to you.

What makes Ashurst a great place to work?

We offer you all the things you should expect from an international law firm, some of which include:

competitive remuneration with the flexibility to reward high performance;
flexible working;
complimentary gym memberships;
corporate health plans;
a global professional development offering for all employees; and
an industry-leading programme that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

We are committed to delivering positive impacts to our communities through our Social Impact programme, with a strong emphasis on working with First Nations people through our pro bono practice.

We aim to recruit, retain and promote the best people from the widest possible talent pools. We are committed to offering a safe and welcoming environment for all employees to ensure they are supported to work at their best.

Beyond this, what sets Ashurst apart from others is our global strength, our drive to innovate and collaborate, and our commitment to excellence. It is these values that make Ashurst a unique place to work.

Our Talent Acquisition team are managing this opportunity and we welcome your direct application. We will contact our preferred agency partners should we require additional assistance. Thank you.

Seniority level

Seniority levelNot Applicable

Employment type

Employment typeFull-time

Job function

Job functionLegal
IndustriesLegal Services

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