Introduction Phi Finney McDonald is a boutique law firm with offices in Melbourne, Sydney and London. We specialise in complex and large-scale litigation, with a focus on commercial and shareholder class actions. The firm was established five years ago by senior litigators who previously led the Australian and UK class action litigation practice at one of Australia’s largest plaintiff law firms. The firm has a strong commitment to social and environmental justice and is looking for people who want to make the world a better place. For more information visit http://www.phifinneymcdonald.com/ Description About the role Provide legal services that meet the highest professional standards Investigate the facts of a case, including by taking and recording client instructions Briefing counsel and experts Under the supervision of a lawyer, prepare drafts of letters of advice to clients, and correspondence to third parties Triaging and contacting new client enquiries Collating evidence and conducting discovery reviews Conducting research on relevant laws, regulations, and legal articles Organising and maintaining documents in a paper and electronic filing system Gathering and arranging evidence and other legal documents for review and case preparation Writing reports and memoranda Drafting correspondence and legal documents Handling exhibits, taking notes, or reviewing transcripts Meeting all admission to practice requirements Contribute to a workplace culture that is highly professional but relaxed and fun, that is efficient and outcome-focussed, and which encourages collaboration and creativity irrespective of seniority Perform such other duties as directed and necessary for the proper performance of the role Skills And Experiences Experience in litigation or class action is favourable Strong academic results Desire to pursue a career in litigation Ability to follow direction and procedures Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to multi-task and prioritise workload Demonstrates initiative and proactivity Good interpersonal skills including the ability to work independently and collaboratively Treats all colleagues with courtesy and respect Demands high performance from self and colleagues Complies with time recording policy Meets all CPD requirements How to apply If this looks like the job for you, please apply now by submitting your resume, your academic transcript and a cover letter outlining your suitability. About You We are always interested to hear from natural problem solvers with the discipline to perform at the highest standard in a dynamic, collaborative, and fun environment. Culture We believe that most people aren’t perfect at everything, but that we can all be great at something. We recruit based on work ethic, individual potential, and cultural fit. We understand each other’s strengths and weaknesses, and aim to develop individually and as a team. We build dynamic, diverse and balanced teams with the right mix of skills and experience to deliver the result while keeping costs down. Our litigators work across multiple matters simultaneously. We give responsibility to all staff members and support them as they learn through experience. And as they develop, we encourage our staff to engage with their work and to reflect on how lessons learnt can be applied in different and emerging areas. We have a firm commitment to flexible working arrangements, particularly those with parental or carer responsibilities and those seeking to transition back to full-time work. Benefits Your contribution to the firm will be recognised with excellent remuneration, training and development opportunities, and a range of incentives, such as: Flexible work arrangements (hybrid) Work life balance Access to quality leadership and coaching from exceptional litigators An innovative environment where your ideas will be heard and supported Up to 8 days of paid additional leave for Christmas / New Year shut down Firm bonus scheme Regular social events including monthly firm lunches A fun work environment
