• Work with high profile government clients
• Open to lawyers who are coming out of government
• 'Hands on' role and have carriage of your own matters

The Firm & The Role

Our client is an award winning national law firm with a high profile public law team. Due to growth and new clients, our client is looking to recruit a solicitor with at least 12 months pae.

This role will see you acting for a broad range of government clients (Federal, State & Local). You will be involved in complex contractual disputes, regulatory enforcement, judicial reviews, hearings before tribunals, merits reviews, FOI matters, insurance/tortious matters, investigations as well as some general commercial litigation.

There is also some advice advice work e.g. advising on the powers and functions of a government client, advising on natural justice requirements, drafting recommendations.

You will be given matter and client responsibility and you will enjoy running your matters from start to finish. You will also be assisting the partners and more senior lawyers on larger, complex matters. This is an excellent role for the lawyer who enjoys going to court and enjoys developing their advocacy skills.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• at least 12 months pae in the area of public/administrative law
• advantageous would be experience in ART appearances and hearings
• strong drafting skills as well as strong communication and interpersonal skills
• ability to juggle competing priorities
• enthusiasm, drive and commitment to client service

Benefits & Culture

On offer is a generous salary package. Additionally, at the end of the financial year bonuses are paid. Our client embraces flexibility and they have a hybrid working week policy.

Moreover our client has an envied positive, friendly and inclusive culture.

Other benefits include L&D programmes, mental health support, financial support for further studies, access to pro bono work, corporate discounts, an active social & sporting calendar, payment to attend industry conferences and events, paid paternity leave, dress for your day etc

This is a firm where your career will be nurtured and developed. Progression at this firm is based solely on merit, and for those who want to progress very quickly, they can.

Apply

For a confidential discussion regarding this role or to explore other career opportunities please contact:

Marianna Tuccia BA, LLB
Ref No: MT28093
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0422 671 673

Please send your CV in Microsoft Word format.

Marianna Tuccia is a Partner - Legal Professional Recruiter at empire group. She is a former lawyer and is passionate about helping lawyers in their next career move. She has over 18 years experience in placing lawyers in law firms and is eager to assist lawyers building their careers. If the above role isn't what you are looking for, reach out to her so she can assist you in finding the right one!