Graduate Rotation Program

We are looking for our next graduate/lawyer to join us on our Graduate Rotation Program in Sydney  

Our Graduate Rotation Program is a 12 month, fixed term contract, which will provide you with the support, learning opportunities and hands-on experience necessary to embark on a rewarding and successful legal career.  Renowned for our collaborative culture, passion for client service and professional development opportunities, you will be rewarded with genuine career prospects and a friendly, team based environment.

Working closely with our senior lawyers and partners, with direct exposure to our clients, the successful candidate will rotate through three of our four practice groups in Sydney:

• Commercial;
• Employers Liability;
• General Insurance; and
• Life Insurance, Superannuation and Financial Advice

A permanent position may be offered during the course of, or at the conclusion of the rotation program in one of these practice groups.

General Responsibilities

Our Graduate Rotation Program allows you to put the knowledge and skills you have acquired into practice. Working across a range of practice groups and clients, some of the responsibilities you will undertake include, but are not limited to:

• conducting legal research and relaying information to lawyers;
• drafting of advice for review;
• attending court as required;
• drafting of pleadings and court documents;
• assisting with witness statements; and
• briefing experts as required.

Requirements

Although this is an entry level position and pre-admission candidates will be considered, applicants who hold a current practising certificate or have completed a their Practical Legal Training Course will be highly regarded.

In addition, you will:

• have completed your LLB or JD with strong academic achievements;
• be an energetic, driven and focused team player;
• demonstrate excellent communication skills;
• exhibit a professional approach, taking ownership over set tasks and responsibilities; and
• integrate your technical aptitude, demonstrating excellent attention to detail.

*Candidates will commence with us immediately (considering notice period).* About us

Here at Turks, we focus on what we do best - delivering innovative and practical solutions to the legal and business hurdles which our clients face. Our client focussed approach ensures we always deliver on our promises, building relationships based on trust and collaboration.

As a specialist, commercial firm with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Newcastle with a reach throughout the rest of Australia, you can be confident you are getting the development, support and hands on experience to grow and sustain your successful legal career. With 36 partners and over 250 staff operating across all jurisdictions in Australia, we offer a comprehensive service to a range of clients, including government agencies, banks, insurance companies and private employers.

Us Turksters pride ourselves on our passion for excellence, teamwork, integrity and leadership, which is embodied through our values that guide us in our day to day activities and product offerings. We are committed to diversity and a culture of inclusion, recognising our differences as a source of strength and imperative to our success. Our social and people-oriented environment aims to improve our people's lives both in and outside of the workplace, which includes:

• ongoing training and development;

• team and firm wide social events;

• CSR activities, including volunteer days;

• Employee Assistance Program;

• competitive paid parental leave scheme and return to work benefits;

• employee achievement awards;

• discounted gym and health insurance memberships;

• plus many more

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