At Clyde & Co, you'll find a diverse and challenging work
environment where no two days are the same. If committed, you will be
applying to join a team reporting to 2 partners. You will have the
opportunity to work on a wide range of cases in different industry
sectors such as Marine, Aviation, Energy and Natural Resources. The
legal work varies from complex cross-border disputes, class actions to
regulatory and advisory transactions. This exposure will provide you
with a broad skill set and the experience needed to excel in your
legal career.
We are looking for a Senior Associate level lawyer with between 5-8
years' post qualification experience to join the Syd/Brisbane based
practice led by Partners Ernest van Buuren and Melissa Tang.
About You
You are an ambitious and thoughtful lawyer eager to contribute
meaningfully to a high-performing team. You understand that as a
senior associate lawyer, your role is both to lead and work with
junior lawyers as well as actively support senior colleagues. We're
looking for someone who embodies the following qualities:
Proactive Problem Solver: You naturally take initiative and are
skilled at anticipating needs before they arise. You aim to be a
reliable resource for partners, providing solutions and support that
contribute to the team's success.
Strategic Thinker with Vision: You see beyond immediate tasks,
understanding the broader implications of your work with ability to
think strategically and connect the dots as reflected in your
approach to problem-solving.
Eager to Learn and Grow: You have a strong desire to deepen your
knowledge, particularly in areas like marine, international trade,
and transport law. You're excited by the opportunity to work
alongside experts and develop your expertise in these fields.
Effective and Persuasive Communicator: You know that communication
is key, especially in a fast-paced legal environment. You can
articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively, ensuring that
your contributions are understood and valued.
Collaborative and Independent: You thrive in a team setting, where
you can contribute to collective goals while also taking ownership
of your work. You understand the importance of both collaboration
and independent initiative in achieving success.
Resilient and Adaptable: You are comfortable in high-pressure
situations and can adapt quickly to changing circumstances. You view
challenges as opportunities to showcase your skills and grow as a professional.
Candidate profile
Suitable candidates will be Australian or dual qualified and have
experience gained in an international or leading national firm.
Candidates will have minimum 5 years' post qualification experience.
Proven experience working on litigation matters within the Supreme
and Federal Courts, and a commitment to technical excellence.
Class action experience and ideally marine, international trade
and/or transport experience, though that isn't essential.
About Clyde & Co In The Asia Pacific Region
When you work at Clyde & Co, you join
a team of 490 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and
5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices
worldwide.Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we
make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for
both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients,
celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating
in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive
workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We
are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can
realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to
support its communities. We do this through pro bono work,
volunteering, and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact
it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the
SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions
reduction targets.
We offer a range of tailored benefits
and support, including discounted private health insurance, first
class family leave offering, and wellbeing initiatives.
Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal
opportunities employer. Our core values encourage us to support
fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of
discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at
work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from
suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity.
How To Apply
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This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a dynamic and
progressive firm. If you are interested in this position, please
submit your application which must include:
