About The Team In recent years we have successfully grown our presence across both State and Commonwealth government clients including our recent appointment on the Whole of Australian Government Legal Services Panel. In line with this our team of lawyers in this specialised area of practice has grown across our offices. We are now wishing to add another senior litigation lawyer to our Sydney team to work alongside our government clients. The team have a wealth of experience including in Royal Commissions and other public inquiries, judicial and merits reviews and regulatory investigations. About The Role The Sydney team are seeking an experienced disputes lawyer to join the team to play a vital role in leading and developing the team in this area. The team acts for government departments and agencies in a range of dispute resolution and litigation matters. Given the seniority of the role you will have experience in running matters with a considerable level of autonomy and be comfortable and keen to develop and nurture juniors in the team. About You To be successful in this role you will have a depth of expertise as a litigator particularly working with clients in the public sector across dispute resolution and litigation, tort claims and administrative law matters such as judicial review and merits review, Royal commissions, inquiries and inquests and representing clients including government departments and agencies. You will be looking for an opportunity to play a key role in the ongoing success and growth of the practice and as such you will have strong client relationship skills and a track record in business development. We are particularly interested if you have a portfolio of clients that you are confident would follow you in making a move to our team. Employee Benefits At Holding Redlich, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. We offer a range of benefits to support the wellbeing and success of our team, including: Supportive and modern working environment, with strong professional development opportunitiesFlexible working arrangements including family-friendly policies, purchased leave, career breaks and study leaveDress for your day and flexible hoursEmployee Assistance Program (EAP), flu vaccinations and regular social eventsRecruitment referral bonus for team members who help grow our firm Firm Awards & Recognition We are proud to be recognised for our achievements and our commitment to excellence, diversity and inclusion. Employer of Choice – Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA)Employer of Choice – Australasian LawyerBest Lawyers in Australia™ and Ones to Watch in Australia™ award recipientsDoyle’s Guide rankings for Rising Stars, Best Lawyers and Best FirmsSignatories to the Charter for the Advancement of Women in the Legal Profession Community & Impact We are committed to giving back to our community through a range of initiatives: Dedicated Pro Bono Practice and Social Justice FundActive diversity, gender equality and wellbeing committeesMember of Law Exchange International for global collaborationOngoing participation in Red Cross Lifeblood donations What’s next? For further information, please visit our Careers website. To discuss this opportunity confidentially, please contact Zoë Discombe, Talent Acquisition Manager, on 03 9321 9802. To apply, click the “Apply” button and submit your CV, academic transcripts, and a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role.
