Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer is a world-leading global law firm, where our ambition is to help you achieve your goals. Exceptional client service and the pursuit of excellence are at our core. We invest in and care about our client relationships, which is why so many are longstanding. We enjoy breaking new ground, as we have for over 170 years. As a fully integrated transatlantic and transpacific firm, we are where you need us to be. Our footprint is extensive and committed across the world’s largest markets, key financial centres and major growth hubs. At our best tackling complexity and navigating change, we work alongside you on demanding litigation, exacting regulatory work and complex public and private market transactions. We are recognised as leading in these areas. We are immersed in the sectors and challenges that impact you. We are recognised as standing apart in energy, infrastructure and resources. And we’re focused on areas of growth that affect every business across the world. All of this is achieved by supporting the growth of our people, who help us deliver on our ambition – which is to help you achieve yours. Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer: Your goals. Our ambition The Opportunity We are seeking a Senior Associate to join our Band 1 and award-winning Dispute Resolution team to be based in Brisbane. In this role you will work closely with leading partners Jacqueline Wootton , Elizabeth Poulos , Clare Smethurst and Mathew Shelley as well as other distinguished partners and senior lawyers across the local, national and global group. You will have a designated supervising Partner who will support you and sponsor your career development. The team This position will offer exposure to a diverse range of matters for national and international clients across commercial and corporate disputes in various dispute resolution settings. The team works across a range of disputes including commercial litigation, major class actions, arbitrations and investigations as well as other strategic disputes and regulatory compliance related advisory work. Successful candidates will be involved in various matters, including in the Federal Court and Supreme Court as well as in various administrative and regulatory tribunals. They will also be exposed to a range of investigations (regulatory and internal). You will be responsible for delivering excellent client service, handling files, identifying issues and proactively providing solutions. You will play an important role in supporting business development opportunities with existing and new clients. You will be a key member of a highly motivated and innovative team in Brisbane, together with colleagues in our interstate and international offices. We will provide you with extensive client exposure and opportunities to develop a network of relationships where you will benefit from exceptional learning opportunities working in a team of ambitious and collaborative lawyers. What you'll bring An unrestricted Australian or New Zealand practicing certificate. 5 years' commercial litigation experience from a leading top tier, national or international private practice; or an in-house environment. An excellent academic record coupled with strong legal skills and a practical mindset. A proactive approach and desire to be an integral member of our leading and supportive team. An ability to work to tight timeframes, collaboratively and at times autonomously. Excellent communication skills and ability to demonstrate collegiality within a team. Have a hunger to learn and develop and be part of maintaining a market-leading practice. An innovative mindset, curious about AI and emerging technologies. Please include a copy of your LLB, JD or LLM academic transcript(s), including in-progress Masters' transcripts with your application. The team With a multi-disciplinary global disputes team of world-leading sector specialists and regional experts, the Disputes team provides commercial insight and legal advice which is described by Chambers and Partners as a 'Dispute Resolution powerhouse that consistently tops the rankings across the world'. Herbert Smith Freehills Kramers' Disputes group is ranked as a Tier 1 Dispute Resolution Firm (Legal 500, 2025) and ranked a Band 1 Dispute Resolution Firm (Chambers Asia Pacific 2025). What you can expect from us We’re a world leading international law firm with a global team of over 6,000 professionals across 26 offices. As the market leader in Australia, we are committed to high performance, collaboration, diversity and digital innovation. We are client-centred, commercially driven, and renowned for our solution-focused expertise. We will align your growth with our ambitions. We make your personal and professional growth our business. And as part of the team, our ambition is yours too. Wherever you are in your career: grow and help the firm grow with you. We will provide opportunities to learn on the job as well as a mix of learning opportunities tailored to you. Daily experiences, supportive challenges, team collaboration, mentors, and structured learning opportunities help you to expand your knowledge and reach your goals. We value your wellbeing, both at home and work and we place a strong emphasis on mental health. If you need support, you’ll have it and we’ll empower you to harness your personal strengths, navigate uncertainty, embrace opportunities, and effectively manage things within your control. For more benefits on offer such as our 26 weeks paid parental leave, holistic wellbeing fund or home office allowance please click here . Join us to be part of a human, bold and outstanding team at Australia’s market leading law firm. We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values - Human, Bold, and Outstanding. For any questions or a confidential discussion, please contact Tamara Salem, Recruitment Manager ( tamara.salem@hsf.com ). &xa;&xa; Team Disputes Working Pattern Full time Location Brisbane Contract type Permanent Contract&xa;&xa; Diversity & Inclusion We are committed to attracting people from all backgrounds and creating a respectful and inclusive culture where everyone thrives. We see this as essential to our success, including our ability to innovate and achieve sustained high performance. This is a key part of our Values—Human, Bold, and Outstanding.
