Senior Associate

Senior Associate - Special Counsel, Dispute Resolution & Litigation

Exciting opportunity for a high performing Senior Associate or Special Counsel to join one of Melbourne's most highly regarded litigation practices.

27th October, 2025

About the team

This is an exciting opportunity for two high performing Senior Associates or Special Counsels to join one of Melbourne’s most highly regarded litigation practices. Our Dispute Resolution & Litigation practice in Melbourne is a dynamic group with a diverse range of interesting work and a place for lawyers to further develop, grow and be part of a genuine team. Our work includes acting for listed entities, SMEs, large REITs, industry superfunds, state and federal governments, insolvency practitioners, financiers, large family companies and the list goes on. Our partners all have areas of expertise and industry leadership that each of our team members get to experience.

About the role

We are seeking two experienced and intelligent disputes lawyers to work closely with Partners Alana Giles, Jessica Tsiakis and Howard Rapke and a team of lawyers and paralegals. While one role will focus on retail leasing and property disputes, examples of the work undertaken in the wider team also include:

- Property disputes

- Commercial/corporate conflicts

- Large family trust disputes

- Acting for corporate regulators and companies in regulatory investigations and civil penalty proceedings

- Acting for insolvency practitioners, directors and creditors in all matters arising out of the administration, liquidation and receivership of companies

- Retail, commercial and industrial leasing: advising a number of Australia’s largest commercial landlords and tenants in matters of strategy, risk assessment and management, alternative dispute resolution and litigation

- Prosecuting and defending shareholder oppression claims

- Defending companies and individuals in matters involving white‑collar crime including fraud, foreign bribery and anti‑corruption matters as well as prosecutions under Federal and Victorian criminal law

- Acting for state and federal governments on investigations, Royal Commissions, procurement disputes and a range of advice matters

About you

You will be a highly experienced, results‑driven lawyer who is interested in taking on a key leadership role within the practice. You will have outstanding technical ability with a track record of delivering outstanding results for your clients and thrive in a collaborative work culture, including a desire to help those around you. You will enjoy working with less experienced lawyers and possess the capability to not only supervise and develop others but also motivate and contribute to the overall morale and success of the team.

- At least 6 years’ experience as a Senior Associate or Special Counsel in a well‑regarded litigation practice.

- Experience in general commercial disputes and insolvency. Prior experience in investigations and/or government disputes work is a bonus. For the role working closely with Alana Giles, specialised experience in property and/or retail leasing disputes will be required.

- Proven ability to coordinate, manage workflows under pressure and delegate appropriately to a team of lawyers and paralegals.

- Experience in engaging with a broad range of individual, corporate and government clients with the ability to cultivate successful and trusted client relationships.

- Superior analytical, research and drafting skills.

This is an excellent opportunity for two talented lawyers to join a successful team and advance their career in the law.

Who we are

Holding Redlich is a large national commercial law firm with offices across Australia. We provide the full range of legal services to many of Australia’s largest public and private companies across a wide range of sectors and all levels of government. We are client focused with expert industry knowledge and strong local and international connections. We strive for excellence in everything we do, and we take pride in the quality of our work.

Employee benefits

At Holding Redlich, we strongly believe that providing employee benefits is a fundamental investment in the success and well‑being of our workforce.

- A firm where partners and employees enjoy professional success within a supportive environment from modern offices.

- Family‑friendly, flexible hours and leave, including purchased leave, career breaks and study leave.

- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), flu vaccinations and social activities both inside and outside of the office.

- Employee recruitment referral bonus to recognise and reward individuals who contribute to our growth and success.

Firm awards and citations

- Employer of Choice – Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA)

- Employer of Choice - Australasian Lawyer

- Multiple partners ranked by Best Lawyers

- Doyle’s Guide – inclusion for Rising Stars, Best Lawyers, Best Firms

- Signatories to the Charter for Advancement for Women in Legal Profession

Community & impact

- Pro Bono Practice and Social Justice Fund

- Diversity, gender equality and wellbeing committees

- International connections through our membership of Law Exchange International

- Red Cross Life Blood group donations

What’s next?

To discuss this opportunity on a confidential basis, please contact Lauren Steers‑Lemma – Talent Acquisition Manager, on 03 9321 9914 or lauren.steers‑lemai@holdingredlich.com.au.

To apply, please click on the “Apply” button and submit an up‑to‑date CV, academic transcripts and cover letter outlining why you are both interested and suited to the role.

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