Senior Lawyer

Melbourne - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Senior Lawyer / Principal Lawyer

About the Role:

This is a hands-on leadership role for a senior family lawyer who can hit the ground running bring structure and take ownership of both legal and commercial outcomes. You will lead the Family Law practice while working closely with senior stakeholders to ensure operational excellence financial performance and alignment with the groups values-driven approach.

You will manage complex family law matters (both private and legally aided) mentor and develop a growing legal team and play a key role in shaping the future direction reputation and growth of the practice.

This role suits someone who wants more than just file work - someone motivated to lead influence strategy and leave a lasting professional legacy.

Why you should join:

Build dont inherit Shape and grow a Family Law practice with real autonomy and support
Purpose with performance Work in an environment that values people wellbeing and outcomes alongside commercial success
Leadership impact Mentor and develop a new legal team while setting the standard for excellence
Strategic exposure Contribute to broader group growth brand positioning and cross-practice opportunities
Support to succeed Strong administrative compliance and operational backing so you can focus on leadership and clients
Long-term opportunity Help define the next phase of growth rather than managing the status quo

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and grow a Family Law practice with complementary exposure to Commercial matters
Manage complex private and legally-aided family law matters end-to-end
Head mentor and develop a high-performing legal team
Drive outstanding client outcomes while meeting financial and performance KPIs
Maintain strong risk management compliance and governance standards
Contribute to strategic growth expansion initiatives and brand positioning
Build and strengthen referral networks and market presence
Align leadership and people management with the organisations values

Scaling & Growth Objectives:

Motivate and lead staff and executives to enhance client experience and case outcomes
Improve operational efficiency and overall performance across matters
Identify and assess opportunities to accelerate expansion and profitability across the group of entities

What We Offer:

Competitive salary aligned with experience and capability
Supportive collaborative and professional team environment
Hybrid working arrangement (Melbourne-based)
Opportunity to work across a diverse group of associated entities
Strong administrative compliance and operational support
A leadership role with real influence and long-term growth potential
An environment that values sustainability people and meaningful outcomes

About You:

Senior Family Lawyer with proven leadership capability
On the Victorian Legal Aid (VLA) Family Law Panel or demonstrably able to obtain panel membership
Nationally Accredited Mediator (or equivalent) highly regarded
Confident litigator with strong advocacy and dispute resolution skills
Proven ability to manage a profitable practice and meet financial targets
Commercially minded with experience or interest in intersecting family law business trusts property and structures
Portable practice or ability to bring files is highly regarded
Respected mentor with a collaborative modern leadership style
Results-driven client-centric and values-aligned
Track record of improving operational efficiency and financial performance

Senior Lawyer / Principal Lawyer About the Role: This is a hands-on leadership role for a senior family lawyer who can hit the ground running bring structure and take ownership of both legal and commercial outcomes. You will lead the Family Law practice while working closely with senior stak...