Careers

• Exciting fast-paced role in our dispute resolution team working alongside and learning from a number of our leading Partners with an excellent mix of work across corporate and commercial disputes, property disputes, regulatory investigations, insolvency and other matters.
• Get exposure to a range of industries including financial services, government, automotive, franchising, consumer goods and property.  
• Work across a variety of courts and tribunals and gain experience in alternative dispute resolution and assisting clients to avoid, manage and resolve disputes.
• Step into a dynamic practice backed by a true meritocracy model - don't be held back by outdated structures
• Enjoy a genuine opportunity for autonomy - direct client contact, advocacy, and the chance to thrive in a collaborative environment and contribute to influence strategy on matters
• Flexibility, generous leave policies and a transparent bonus structure

About us

HWL Ebsworth is not your typical law firm. Our rapid rise to become the largest legal partnership in Australia shows that in our case, the differences are real. We deliver first class legal advice to our government and commercial clients in every state and territory across Australia. Firm wide, we have over 270 Partners and 1700 people.

The opportunity

Our Melbourne Litigation team is hiring. We represent a diverse client base, including major financial institutions, large corporates (listed and unlisted), government bodies, and private businesses. You'll gain exposure to complex and high-profile disputes in a range of industries.

Our team works on a wide range of disputes including contractual disputes, corporate/transactional disputes, property disputes, insolvency and regulatory investigations and disputes.

We work closely with clients assist clients in a strategic way to assist them in avoiding, managing and resolving disputes and managing risk.

Ideally, you will come with

• 3+ years PAE
• Experience in handling general commercial disputes
• A desire to learn and grow
• An appetite to mentor our juniors and demonstrate leadership
• A client-focused and proactive approach, with a strong understanding of the needs of commercial clients
• Insolvency experience advantageous but not essential

What we offer

• Unrivalled career pathways: Our unique meritocracy model proudly offers our staff career development, promoting talent based solely on merit. Our size, range of experience and competitive pricing model will provide you with everything you need to succeed. Unlike our competitors, our Solicitor to Partner ratio enables greater mentoring and client engagement. Our 180 day career planning sessions provide the platform to fast-track your progression.

• Culture: Be part of a firm renowned for its friendly and down-to-earth culture.

• Location: We are conveniently located in the heart of the Melbourne CBD amidst a fast-pace, high-networking legal community. Enjoy working in a state-of-the-art office environment with access to modern end of trip facilities.

• Great culture and a huge networking platform: Be part of a firm renowned for its friendly and down-to-earth culture. We also have sports clubs, a social club and monthly firmwide drinks.
• Impact: Join a firm consistently ranked at the forefront of the Australian legal market, where your work is recognised nationally.

How to apply

To apply, please submit your CV via the 'Apply' function. Applicants must have full working rights in Australia and a valid practising certificate to apply. HWL Ebsworth also strongly encourages applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

HWL Ebsworth strives to create an inclusive environment where our people want and feel comfortable to bring their entire selves to work. Varied perspectives contribute to our collective success so whatever your background, we'd love to hear from you and encourage you to apply. If you have reasonable accessibility requirements that will enable you to participate equitably in our recruitment process, please reach out to Gabrielle Saunders for a confidential discussion.