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Associate (Civil Regulatory Litigation and Commonwealth Government)
Work Type
Full Time
Job Location
Sydney
Practice Group/Department
Commonwealth Government
Role
Associate
Description
Norton Rose Fulbright is a global law
firm. We provide governments, NGOs and the world's pre-eminent
corporations and financial institutions with a full range of legal
services. We have more than 4000 lawyers operating from 58 offices
worldwide in Europe, Asia Pacific, Canada, Africa, the Middle East,
Latin America, the Americas and Central Asia.
We have strong practices across key sectors, being
government; financial institutions; energy; infrastructure, mining
and commodities; transport; technology and innovation; and life
sciences and healthcare. Knowing how our clients' businesses work
and understanding what drives their industries is fundamental to us.
We are growing a broad ranging civil regulatory and
Commonwealth Government practice across multiple Departments and
agencies. Our teams are led by partners with decades of experience
in high profile regulatory and commercial matters. You can learn
more about our Government Practice here Government | Australia | Global law firm |
Norton Rose Fulbright
In particular are keen to hear from candidates who are
interested in working with regulators to achieve their compliance
and enforcement objectives. The work will involve advising on
regulatory investigations and representing regulators in civil
penalty proceedings and administrative law matters. It will also
involve strategic advice on complex policy and legal matters.
We are currently looking for an Associate, based in Sydney. Working closely with and Sonja Marsic you will have focus on regulatory investigations and
civil regulatory litigation.
What we are looking for
1+ years PQE gained within a regulatory agency (either in investigations
and/or legal area) or with an external legal service provider.
Litigation experience, including in civil regulation
Administrative law experience would be highly
desirable (though not essential).
Government experience would be highly desirable (though not essential).
Knowledge of legal issues in the context of civil
regulatory investigations and enforcement.
Excellent analytical, written, drafting and
communication skills
Attention to detail, commitment to quality and good
work ethic
Focussed on strategic outcomes for clients
A respectful and collegiate attitude to
colleagues and clients
Current and former associates in the
Federal Court of Australia are encouraged to apply
Those with experience in Commonwealth
criminal prosecutions for regulatory agencies are also encouraged
to apply
This is a unique opportunity with a leading
international firm that presents exciting potential for career
advancement and development opportunities, including exposure to
some of the most significant transactions in the Australian market
and international clients.
The successful candidate will need to be an energetic,
driven and focused individual with exceptional academic
achievements. At Norton Rose Fulbright, you will be rewarded with
genuine career prospects and an excellent team environment renowned
for its collaborative culture, passion for client service and
professional development opportunities. Remuneration will be
commensurate with relevant experience.
Norton Rose Fulbright values diversity and
strives to create an inclusive environment where all employees can
bring their whole selves to work. We embrace the opportunity to
contribute to the communities in which we work which underpins our
strong Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program. We provide a
range of opportunities in which our people can make a difference to
their local and global communities including through pro bono legal
work, charitable giving, volunteering and support for the environment.
We are proud that Norton Rose Fulbright in
Australia has been recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender
Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) as well as a
silver employer for LGBTI Inclusion through the Australian Workplace
Equality Index.
We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander candidates to apply.
To apply online please click the 'Apply'
button below. It is the policy of NRFA Group to provide workplace
adjustments for qualified persons with disabilities who are
employees or applicants for employment. If you need assistance or
adjustments to fully participate in the application/interview
process, please contact Scott Baker, Senior Manager - Talent
Engagement on +61 2 9330 8578.
If you are trans or gender diverse and
would like to have a confidential discussion before applying, please
contact Yvette Borradale (03) 8686 6003 or Scott Baker (02) 9330 8578.