Senior Associate, Qualified Lawyers
Senior Associate, Qualified LawyersApply locations: Sydney, Perth, Brisbane, Melbourne
Posted on: 4 Days Ago
Your role We're looking for up to 10 lawyers to join our Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, or Sydney offices.
As a Senior Associate, you'll work closely with our Partners and the wider team, and will gain exposure to the most complex and interesting transactions in the market.
At Allens, our structure means you'll get exposure to a number of different Partners within your practice group and a wide variety of work.
We encourage our lawyers to find their niche and specialise in areas they're interested in, while building a strong foundation across their field.
Responsibilities might include: Drafting legal documents and agreementsManaging matters and transactionsLegal document reviewLeading negotiations with clientsPerforming due diligenceProviding complex legal adviceBusiness development and picking up new workManaging junior lawyersDiscovery and E-discovery managementThis is a permanent, full-time opportunity; however, we support flexibility and would be happy to discuss what arrangements would work best for you.
We also support a hybrid working model, where working from home and the office is part of our norm.
About you You will have:
Experience in one or more of the following practice areas:Disputes and LitigationMergers & AcquisitionsBanking & FinanceTechnology, Media, TelecommunicationsFunds/Pensions, Super, WealthEmploymentProjects & DevelopmentCompetitionTaxIntellectual Property & TrademarksExperience working in a well-regarded law firm (we are also open to a combination of private practice and in-house experience) where you have been responsible for tasks such as:Drafting legal documents and agreements directly with clientsReviewing and amending the work of junior lawyersMatter managementBuilding relationships with clients and leading negotiationsManaging and delegating work to junior lawyersBusiness development internally and externallyWriting pitch documents or legal articlesHosting seminarsA desire to learn, grow, network, and mentor othersA story to tell - there is enormous strength in the unique backgrounds and life experiences our people bring to the firm.
Our people's differences across gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, cultural and social diversity, age, ability, and family and caring arrangements enrich our firm.
We strongly encourage applications from First Nations peoples.Your development In joining Allens, you will become an integral part of a high-performing firm and work with people and leaders who help you become the best you can be.
You will gain exceptional training that develops you professionally and personally.
You will be challenged, supported, and guided as you work on the most complex matters in the market.
Our unique Career Deal allows you to take control of your career and provides a transparent approach to career development.
Our international alliance with Linklaters means we are able to support secondments all over the world.
Our perks Our benefits include:
Financial: market competitive fixed remuneration; generous incentive plan that recognises both billable and broader contributions; salary continuance insurance; employee recruitment referral program; discounts at hundreds of suppliers including retail outlets; health and travel insurance; charity matched funding program.Health and wellbeing: fully subsidised gym memberships; annual flu vaccinations; skin checks; in-house snacks and catered meals; subsidised sporting and social activities; Employee Assistance Program including confidential counselling, wellbeing coaching and financial coaching for employees and their families; and regular wellbeing sessions with our in-house consulting Psychologist.Flexibility: hybrid and flexible working arrangements to support you in your work and life commitments and passions; equipment to support working from home.Leave: ability to purchase additional annual leave; access to an enhanced, inclusive and flexible parental leave policy – 26 weeks paid parental leave with no minimum service for permanent employees; and high-quality executive coaching to support the transition.Recognition: team-based recognition including social activities and contribution-based recognition activities; and annual Allens Values Awards to nominate and recognise the incredible contributions of our people.Allens is also proud to invest in our communities, giving you the opportunity to make a difference through our work on reconciliation, the environment, and other social justice issues, as well as our workplace giving and volunteering programs.
About Allens Allens is a leading international law firm with a proud 200-year heritage of shaping the future for our clients, our people, and the communities in which we work.
Our alliance with Linklaters connects our clients and teams with an international network of legal leaders that spans 41 offices in 26 countries.
How to apply We'd love to hear from you, so please click "apply now"!
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