Senior Associate

10 hours ago

Millers Point, New South Wales, Australia Macpherson Kelley Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

About The Opportunity
At Macpherson Kelley, people come first, always. Our clients and staff are at the heart of everything we do.

We're looking for a talented and client focused Senior Associate to join our Litigation and Dispute Resolution practice in Sydney. You'll work alongside experienced Principals, collaborating with a high-performing team of skilled lawyers.

In this role, you'll take the lead on a diverse range of complex commercial disputes as well as corporate insolvency and bankruptcy matters. You'll provide strategic advice and representation to clients across various industries and jurisdictions, with the opportunity to shape case strategy and mentor junior lawyers.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a national commercial firm that values culture and supports career development.

About You
You're a confident and capable litigator who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys working closely with clients. Ideally, you will bring

  • Over 5 years of post-admission experience practising in litigation and dispute resolution (insolvency experience is a plus).
  • Excellent drafting and communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on commercial outcomes.
  • Strong time management and attention to detail.
  • Experience mentoring and managing junior lawyers.
  • A proactive approach to business development and identifying new opportunities.
  • A collaborative mindset and genuine interest in building strong client relationships.
  • A real commitment to excellence in client service.

If you're a self-motivated lawyer who enjoys working in a high-performing team and are ready to take the next step in your career, please get in touch. We would love to hear from you

Our Firm
Macpherson Kelley is a national Commercial law firm that thinks differently. Our people possess a rare combination of commercial acumen, legal ingenuity, and human insight. That's why we treat each client's business as if it's our own, delivering intelligent recommendations they can act on.

With offices in Brisbane, Dandenong, Melbourne and Sydney, as well as international connections through our Pacific Legal Network, Multilaw and PrivacyRules partners, our lawyers collaborate across practice areas and borders to take care of any legal issues faced by our clients.

Our People Promise
The best thing about Macpherson Kelley is its people. Really good people and talented lawyers, in an inclusive, high performing and positive workplace culture achieve great things. We are flexible and outcome focused in how we work, so you can get on with the job. Together, we believe in better and are ambitious for growth, and we understand that growth comes from leveraging all business and learning opportunities, many of which are delivered through our practical and commercially focused Macpherson Kelley Business School.

Our benefits include mentoring programs, additional leave options, and generous parental leave policies. Learn more about building your career with us

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