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About the team
This is an exciting opportunity for a high performing disputes lawyer to join our litigation practice.
  
Our Dispute Resolution & Litigation practice is a dynamic group with a diverse range of interesting work, and a place for lawyers to further develop, grow and be part of a genuine team. Our work includes acting for state and federal governments, regulated entities and listed entities and SMEs. Our partners all have areas of expertise and industry leadership that each of our team members get to experience.

About the role
We are seeking an experienced and intelligent disputes lawyer to work closely with partners and a team of lawyers and paralegals both in Canberra and nationally on a critical and complex matter for the Commonwealth Government. With direct engagement with the client and working within a large cohort focused on this particular matter, you will thrive in both working autonomously and as part of a team.
  
While your key focus will be on the significant Commonwealth matter, examples of the broader work the team undertakes which you will be involved in includes:

• Acting for companies in regulatory investigations (including by the ACCC)
• Acting for government agencies in respect of judicial review proceedings
• Acting for corporate entities in regulatory dispute matters
• Acting for state and federal governments on a range of advice matters

About you
You will be an engaged and driven commercial disputes lawyer with a genuine desire to continually improve and deliver outstanding results for your clients. You will have excellent communication and drafting skills, enjoy a busy work environment and thrive in a collaborative work culture. You will be a highly skilled lawyer with outstanding technical ability and a desire to help those around you. You will enjoy working with less experienced lawyers and possess the capability to not only supervise and develop others but also motivate and contribute to the overall morale and success of the team.
  
In addition, you will:

• Be operating at Senior Associate level with your experience gained as a commercial litigator in a well-regarded litigation practice.
• Have prior experience in investigations and/or government disputes work will be a bonus.
• Have the proven ability to coordinate, manage workflows under pressure and delegate appropriately to a team of lawyers and paralegals.
• Have experience in engaging with a broad range of individual, corporate and government clients with the ability to cultivate successful and trusted client relationships.
• Possess superior analytical, research and drafting skills.
• Hold or be in the position to hold a Baseline Security Clearance

This is an excellent opportunity for a talented lawyer to join a successful team and advance their career in the law.
  
Who we are
Holding Redlich is a large national commercial law firm with offices across Australia. We provide the full range of legal services to many of Australia’s largest public and private companies across a wide range of sectors and all levels of government. We are client focused with, expert industry knowledge and strong local and international connections. We strive for excellence in everything we do, and we take pride in the quality of our work.
  
Employee benefits
At Holding Redlich, we strongly believe that providing employee benefits is a fundamental investment in the success and well-being of our workforce.
  
Our benefits include:

• A firm where partners and employees enjoy professional success within a supportive environment from modern offices.
• Family-friendly, dress for your day, flexible hours and flexible leave, including purchased leave, career breaks and study leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), flu vaccinations and social activities both inside and outside of the office.
• Employee recruitment referral bonus to recognise and reward individuals who contribute to our growth and success.

Firm awards and citations
We are proud to share that our dedication, expertise, exceptional service to our clients and commitment to the gender diversity of our employees have been recognised with prestigious legal industry awards and citations.

• Employer of Choice – Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA)
• Employer of Choice - Australasian Lawyer
• Multiple partners ranked by Best Lawyers: The Best Lawyers in Australia™ awards/Ones to Watch in Australia™ awards
• Doyle’s Guide – inclusion for Rising Stars, Best Lawyers, Best Firms
• Signatories to the Charter for Advancement for Women in Legal Profession

Community & impact
We recognise the importance of contributing to our community by supporting various initiatives, providing legal aid through pro bono work, and promoting diversity and inclusion within the firm.
  
This includes:

• Pro Bono Practice and Social Justice Fund
• Diversity, gender equality and wellbeing committees
• International connections through our membership of Law Exchange International
• Red Cross Life Blood group donations

What’s next?
For further information, please visit our Careers website.
  
To discuss this opportunity on a confidential basis, please contact Zoe Discombe, Talent Acquisition Manager, on 03 9321 9802.
  
To apply, please click on the “Apply” button and submit an up to date CV and cover letter outlining why you are both interested and suited to the role.
  
  
  
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