Solicitors and Senior Associates - Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Brisbane, Perth

Who are we?

We are Mallesons. The top-tier independent firm from Australia, a full-service firm trusted on the most complex and consequential matters across our region and around the world. We’ve been part of Australia’s story for almost 200 years and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waters.

Our independence gives us the flexibility to combine our extensive top tier full-service capability with the best advisers in every market. With deep expertise, collective judgment and genuine collaboration, we cut through complexity so our clients can move forward with confidence and make more happen.

Why work with us?

We build careers that go everywhere. Mallesons is a special place to work where anything is possible, ambitions are limitless and diversity and inclusion play an important role. It’s a place where you will collaborate with exceptional colleagues and clients, where you will sharpen your edge and support others to do the same, where you will make a difference you can be proud of. You will have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives, benefits, policies and process that will support you to achieve your career goals.

Together we learn. Together we master. Together we lead.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for exceptional Solicitors and Senior Associates to join our market leading practice groups in all offices nationally: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra and Perth.

We deliver industry expertise, experience and insights across the full spectrum of commercial, financial and specialist legal services including:

• Banking & Finance
• Competition, Trade & Regulatory
• Corporate, Private Equity, M&A and Commercial
• Dispute Resolution & Litigation
• Intellectual Property
• International Funds
• Projects, Energy & Resources
• Real Estate
• Securities
• Tax

What would you bring to the team? 

• excellent analytical, communication and research skills - to contribute to the delivery of prompt and commercially astute advice
• strong commitment to client service and well-developed relationship management ability - you will play a role in supporting and actively developing our relationships with clients and other areas of the firm
• team focus - to facilitate effective teamwork by developing strong internal relationships
• enthusiasm to be involved in business development activities - participating in industry related programs and developing strategic relationships and networks
• first rate experience in the preparation of advice and drafting documents

You will have experience gained in a similar environment or both in private practice and within the legal team of an industry participant. You don't need to have worked on everything we work on; our responsibility will be to broaden your skills and experience.

Next Steps
Please click ‘Apply Now’ to apply online with your cover letter summarising why you’re applying and your resume to support your experience.

If you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you must hold all visas and other approvals necessary for you to work for the firm in Australia.

Diversity and Inclusion

Mallesons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from diverse backgrounds. We welcome, value, support and harness the positive benefits that people’s different life experiences bring, especially as they relate to gender, sexual identity, culture, faith, disability and life stages. 

If you are unsure if you meet all criteria for this role, but have a passion for delivering high quality work, developing your skills and realising your full potential, then we encourage you to apply and have a further conversation about how you could fit at Mallesons.

We have a range of inclusive hiring practices – if you would like to seek workplace adjustments to complete your application please contact the Recruitment contact for this role or email [email protected]