High Salary: Senior Associate

4 weeks ago


Townsville, Queensland, Australia ClearCompany Full time
Senior Associate – Lead Complex Commercial Litigation Matters

Take on a Senior Associate role in Brisbane's leading commercial litigation team.

- Lead multi-million dollar disputes with expert guidance
- Defined path to Special Counsel or Partnership
- Act on regulatory, tax, and corporate litigation files

Join our client's esteemed litigation team based in Brisbane, known for its deep expertise in resolving high-stakes commercial disputes. This mid-sized firm offers a modern, collaborative environment where technical excellence meets practical outcomes. With a reputation for handling some of the most challenging and high-profile matters in the market, the firm provides a supportive setting where experienced litigators can thrive, innovate, and lead.

About the Position:

Our client is seeking a commercially astute Senior Associate – Commercial Litigation to play a pivotal role in their high-performing disputes practice.
Working closely with an accomplished Partner who is highly regarded for both tax controversy and general commercial litigation, you will lead complex and diverse matters. The role offers exposure to a wide variety of files, including contractual disputes, regulatory enforcement, shareholder and director disputes, IP claims, tax audits, and commercial fraud.

You'll be trusted to take ownership of files from day one—strategising, running litigation, and mentoring junior team members. This is an ideal opportunity for a Senior Associate who's ready to step into more responsibility and carve a clear path toward Special Counsel or Partnership within a business that values leadership and legal excellence.

Key Requirements:

- 5–10 years PAE in commercial litigation (top/mid-tier firm experience desirable)
- Strong background in managing complex commercial disputes from inception to resolution
- Experience with litigation in areas such as tax, regulatory enforcement, IP, or shareholder conflicts
- Exceptional drafting, advocacy, and strategic thinking skills
- Passion for mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to team development
- Confident in managing sophisticated clients and contributing to business development
- Highly organised with strong commercial judgment and problem-solving skills

On Offer:

- Remuneration: Salary package up to $200,000 including super, depending on experience
- High-Level Work: Lead challenging matters in corporate litigation, tax controversy, and regulatory defence
- Career Progression: Clear pathway to senior leadership with guidance from top-tier partners
- Autonomy: Trusted to run your own matters and shape client strategies
- Culture: Join a collaborative and modern team with strong values around performance and work-life integration
- Immediate Impact: Be involved in major disputes and trials from the outset

Contact Details: If you're ready to step into a senior role with leadership potential and impactful litigation work, apply in confidence today.

Contact Karl Stanley for a confidential discussion:

karl@gorillajobs.com.au
+61 468 713 572
LinkedIn – Karl Stanley

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