Senior AssociateSpecial Counsel - Dispute Resolution

About us

Were passionate about what we do and want you to betoo.

Moray & Agnew is one of Australias leading law firmswith an unrivalled reputation in our markets. Were proudthat our partners and our legal expertise is consistentlyrecognised by Chambers AsiaPacific Legal 500 AsiaPacific BestLawyers and Doyles Guide.

With over 110 partners our teams are organised into threestrategic pillars so that we can play to our strengths:

• Insurance including commercial classes such as financial lines professional indemnity public & product liability life insurance and through to statutory classes such as workers compensation and compulsory third party.
• Commercial & Workplace spanning corporate and commercial construction and projects property and environment commercial dispute resolution insolvency owners corporation and workplace law
• Government spanning local state and federal government

Our clients include Australian and international insurers andreinsurers corporates of all sizes and federal state and localgovernment.

Nationally over 750 talented people deliver topquality legaladvice and representation coupled with exceptional client serviceand support across our offices in Sydney Melbourne BrisbaneCanberra Newcastle Perth and Cairns.

Our partners are committed to fostering flexible inclusive anddiverse environments for our employees. We have the fourth highestpercentage of female partners according to the AFR Law PartnershipSurvey July 2024.

We value technical excellence and collegiality offer a greatworkplace culture and excellent opportunities to further yourcareer whether you are just starting out are an experiencedlawyer or a business services professional.

About the role

Are you a senior dispute resolution lawyer ready to advance yourcareer

We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for a seniordispute resolution lawyer preferably at Senior Associate orSpecial Counsel level to join the Building Construction andInsolvency team in our Cairns office.

We act for a diverse client base including those in theconstruction and insolvency sectors. Our construction work includesacting for principals builders contractors consultantssubcontractors and suppliers with a focus on resolution ofdisputes. We also advise on procurement and contract negotiation.Our insolvency work includes acting for liquidators and trusteesincluding recovery proceedings advice work and publicexaminations.

This role is suitable for candidates wishing to work either fulltime or part time and flexible working arrangements are offered.You are encouraged to speak to us about how we can make the rolework for you.

About you

To be successful in this role you will be an admitted lawyerwith at least 5 years PAE and bring strong experience in buildingand construction and insolvency. We pride ourselves on ourcommitment to our clients so your dedication to providingexceptional customer service will be of value.

If you are someone who enjoys a degree of autonomy whilst havingthe support of a growing team this could be the ideal role foryou.

We are also looking for:

• Exceptional organisational skills
• A mature and professional approach and a commercial mindset
• Outstanding written and verbal communication
• The ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Selfconfidence and initiative

Culture & benefits of working with us

We work for great clients and advise them on interesting issuesand matters so every day is different. We celebrate diversethinking and experiences so you can bring your authentic self tothe workplace. To support you we offer a wide range of wellbeingand financial benefits including:

• Flexible working arrangements to help you balance your work and personal commitments
• Health and wellness initiatives including an Employee Assistance Program for yourself and your family corporate discounts at 400 leading fitness and wellbeing brands and mental health first aiders
• Paid parental leave and accreditations as a Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace and Family Inclusive Workplace
• Continuous learning and development programs so that you are always being challenged engaged and encouraged to grow
• Mentoring opportunities and on the job learning to support your professional and personal development
• Diversity inclusion and equality policy and employee reference groups (LGBTQIA Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Gender Parents & Caregivers Mature Workers and Health & Wellbeing) to ensure that we continue to live our values
• Dress for your day because we trust our people to make choices which appropriately represent our firm.

An attractive salary package sign on bonus on offer to thesuccessful candidate.

How to apply

If this opportunity is attractive to you please submit yourcover letter and CV.

We welcome people of all backgrounds and identities to apply forthis position including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderpeople neurodiverse people and people with disability. If you havequestions about the recruitment process or require any adjustmentsto participate please let us know in your application.