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Senior Lawyer

2 months ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Ashurst Full time
The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled senior lawyer to join our Disputes, Investigations and Advisory team in Canberra. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a wide range of Commonwealth government clients, focusing on public law, civil law claims, and commercial/contact claims.

About the Role
  • 4-8 years' experience in litigation and dispute resolution, gained within a top-tier firm, respected mid-tier firm, Commonwealth or State/Territory government, or in-house.
  • Experience in both civil claims and public law litigation and advisory work.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Superior drafting ability, with strong attention to detail and well-developed analytical skills.
  • The ability to be team-focused and work collaboratively, providing leadership and mentoring where appropriate.
About Ashurst

Ashurst is a global law firm that offers a unique and inclusive work environment. 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.