Solicitor or Associate - Commercial Litigation

Advance your career in Australia's largest insurance and dispute resolution firm.

We are seeking a Solicitor or Associate to join our Commercial Litigation and Class Actions team in Melbourne or Sydney working nationally with Richard Leder, Georgie Austin and Amanda Beattie.

The primary focus of this role will be acting for major institutions – including religious organisations and government bodies – on complex and high-stakes matters involving historical abuse and personal injury.

In addition, you’ll have the opportunity to develop across the wider practice, working with market-leading lawyers on :

• Royal Commissions and public inquiries into issues of national significance
• Large-scale, multi-jurisdictional class actions involving corporates and government agencies
• Defamation and media law , representing leading outlets such as Channel 7 and The Conversation Media Group
• Strategic litigation avoidance and risk management for large corporates
• Sports law matters , including governance and integrity work for high-profile organisations like the AFL

This is a unique chance to build a career with meaningful impact, while broadening your expertise across some of the most interesting and high-profile disputes in the market.

Why WK?

If you join us, you will be part of an industry-leading team that solves complex legal problems, excels at client service, works on the most interesting and market defining claims, and is constantly challenging itself to learn and innovate. You will see great opportunities to boost your personal brand and professional network through your exposure to market recognised local and global lawyers, insurance professionals and other industry experts.

We also offer…

• FLEX for all. We care about client outcomes, quality, and business and cultural contributions. If you can make that work by working part-time, working “irregular hours” or working from home – then so can we.
• Our mentoring program offers continuous support and guidance throughout your career. You'll have access to training, conferences, and workshops, keeping you updated on the latest developments in the legal and insurance industries.
• Our culture sets us apart. Collegiate, open, innovative, passionate about everything we do.
• We give back to the community. Join us in CSR activities to support our charity partners, from building houses in Cambodia, participating in fun runs or baking cup cakes, there's a way for everyone to contribute.
• Leaders of the pack. Work with a firm that understands its purpose, has a singular focus on the insurance industry and is excited by the potential for growth in our market!
• Supporting you with generous parental leave entitlements, purchased annual leave, home office allowances, education assistance, Employee Assistance Program and many more.

How to apply

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We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace at Wotton Kearney. As part of our dedication to accessibility, we strive to support candidates with disabilities throughout the interview process. If you require any accommodations or assistance during the application and interview stages please contact Ellie Guy, Talent Acquisition Manager at Ellie.Perry@wottonkearney.com

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Wotton Kearney only considers agency submissions from agencies we've directly contacted through our Talent Acquisition Team. Please do not forward resumes or profiles directly to Wotton Kearney Partners, hiring managers, or other employees. Introductions are only established upon acceptance by our Talent Acquisition team. We reserve the right to retain any unsolicited CV's received outside of this process without incurring any associated fees.