Experienced Lawyer/Associate

3 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Maddocks Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

About Us
We are a modern Australian law firm with a leading reputation. We focus on exceptional service, operational excellence and being at the forefront of employee experience. We work closely with Australian and international businesses, organisations and governments.

About The Role
We are looking for an experienced Lawyer/Associate (3+ years' PQE) to join our well regarded Dispute Resolution and Litigation team. Working alongside Partners Michelle Dixon and Gina Wilson, this role will work across a variety of commercial disputes work for public and private clients including contractual disputes, corporations law litigation, regulatory disputes, property related litigation, investigations and inquiries, and intellectual property matters.

The work is interesting, complex and challenging which will see you working closely alongside exceptional litigators and like-minded professionals in a collaborative team environment with colleagues across Maddocks' national offices. You will be recognised for personal achievements and receive mentoring to ensure your professional skills continue to grow and develop.

About You
You will have 2+ years private practice experience, sound knowledge of court practice and processes, and you will be confident in utilising your proven analytical and drafting skills. Someone who is commercially minded, with a client-focused attitude will find themselves succeeding in this role.

In Addition, You Will Have

  • Broad commercial litigation experience (advisory, mediation, hearings and litigation);
  • Strong technical, drafting and research skills;
  • An engaging manner with excellent communication skills at all levels;
  • Well-developed negotiation skills and sound judgement; and
  • Strong attention to detail.

This is a fantastic time to join this team and build your career in a supportive and collegiate environment.

Why join Maddocks?
Maddocks Is Simply a Great Place To Do Great Work. We Foster a Culture Of Collaboration, Learning And Engagement Where You Will Experience

A diverse and inclusive workplace:
We have been named an employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workforce Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) every year since 2004 along with being named a Silver Employer at the Australian Workplace Equality Index's 2024 LGBTQ Inclusion Awards. We promote diversity internally through our Maddocks Gender Equality Network, Maddocks CALD, Maddocks Disability Inclusion and Maddocks Pride groups.

Career Development:
Learn and develop through structured learning and development programs at each stage of your career and study support programs.

Community involvement:
give back to the communities in which we operate through our thriving pro bono and grants programs and staff volunteering initiatives.

Work flexibly:
work in a hybrid way with part of your week in the office and support to set up your home office.

Wellbeing & Benefits:
access to up to 20 weeks paid parental leave, discounted gym memberships & health insurance, salary continuance insurance, Employee Assistance Program and parents and carers wellbeing programs.

Our people are our greatest advocates and we believe this is a result of our inclusive culture and focus on complex and interesting work.

To be eligible for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia. Please note that unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered at this time.

Ready for your next career move? Make your Move to Maddocks – Apply Now.

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