Job Description
Please ensure that you include a cover letter, addressed to Bronwyn Lincoln, Partner, outlining your interest in this role. Applications close on Wednesday 18th March 2020.
Law firm Thomson Geer is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Litigation Associate/Senior Associate to join their Dispute Resolution team in Melbourne. The successful candidate will have 2-5 years of post-admission experience and will be responsible for handling a wide range of commercial litigation and complex disputes matters, including international arbitrations. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is client focused, commercially minded, and enjoys working in a dynamic and professional team environment.
Job Title: Litigation Associate/Senior Associate Salary: Not specified Experience: 2-5 years PAE
Responsibilities:
- Handle a variety of complex litigation and arbitration matters - Conduct research and draft correspondence and court documents - Take witness statements and brief counsel - Review disclosure and prepare Court Books and briefs to counsel - Communicate confidently with stakeholders at all levels - Possess strong organisational, time-management, and multi-tasking skills
Requirements:
- Experience in a strong disputes team - Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Strong analytical skills - Committed and intelligent approach to work - High level of attention to detail
Benefits:
- Opportunity to work with a strong and established client base - Genuine growth trajectories - Interesting and challenging pro-bono opportunities - Flexible working arrangements - Generous parental leave - Flu vaccinations and skin checks annually - Study assistance - Sophisticated employee assistance program - Corporate discounts - Variety of social activities
Company Culture:
Thomson Geer values openness, transparency, respect, and accountability in all aspects of their work. They prioritize client value and offer a dynamic, friendly, and professional work environment.
Thomson Geer is a major Australian corporate law firm with offices in Adelaide, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Canberra. They have over 650 partners and staff nationally and are committed to providing value to their clients. Their focus on client value is a key reason for their success. They offer a range of benefits to their employees and have a collaborative approach to all they do.
