Senior Associate

16 hours ago

City of Melbourne, Australia ClearCompany Full time

Position: Senior Associate / Special Counsel - Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Location: Melbourne (hybrid available)

Employment type: Full time, partnership-track potential

The firm

A specialist Melbourne-based boutique law firm that advises private businesses, business owners and family groups is seeking an experienced commercial litigator. The firm is values-driven, client-focused and offers high-quality, specialist work with direct client contact and meaningful file ownership.

The role

An opportunity for a Senior Associate or Special Counsel to join a busy Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution team. The successful candidate will manage complex disputes across litigation, mediation and ADR, lead matter strategy, and mentor junior lawyers. This is a senior, high‑impact role suited to an ambitious practitioner seeking ownership and a platform for further career progression.

Key responsibilities

- Own and run a varied litigation caseload from pleadings through to hearings and appeals.

- Lead and represent clients in mediations and ADR; prepare without-prejudice offers and settlement deeds.

- Provide strategic advice and run matters involving business partner/shareholder disputes, directors’ duties claims, forced buyouts and corporate disputes.

- Act on commercial lease and real-estate disputes (retail leases, rent review, make‑good, boundary and related matters).

- Manage tax dispute matters including audits, objections, AAT and Federal Court proceedings and negotiation with revenue authorities.

- Draft pleadings, submissions, settlement documentation and strategic position papers.

- Supervise and mentor junior lawyers and contribute to business development and client management.

Skills & experience

- Admitted solicitor in Australia with ~6+ years’ post-admission experience for Senior Associate or ~9+ years for Special Counsel in litigation/dispute resolution.

- Demonstrated experience in commercial litigation and ADR; experience with partner/shareholder, lease and tax disputes highly regarded.

- Strong advocacy, negotiation and drafting skills; comfortable in court and mediation settings.

- Commercial, client-focused approach with excellent communication and relationship skills.

- Proven ability to manage multiple matters and lead small teams.

- Based in Melbourne or willing to relocate; eligible to work in Australia.

Remuneration & benefits

- Competitive salary and benefits commensurate with seniority.

- Hybrid working arrangements.

- Genuine client-facing work, file ownership and opportunities for professional growth.

How to apply

To be considered, please send your CV stating your preferred level (Senior Associate or Special Counsel) and availability to the recruitment consultant handling this search: Niki@hookerheijden.com.au. Shortlisted candidates will receive employer details and a confidential briefing.

This search is being conducted on an exclusive and confidential basis. We welcome applications from diverse backgrounds.

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