Lawyer (Litigation 2-3 years PAE)

National Legal Practice | Melbourne CBD | Hybrid Working | 2-3 years PAE Your new company
National Legal Practice | Melbourne CBD | Hybrid Working
A nationally operating legal practice, specialising in property and strata-related disputes, is seeking a Litigation Lawyer (2-3 years PAE) to join its Melbourne office on a full-time, permanent basis.The firm is part of a larger professional services group and receives a steady pipeline of work, alongside instructions from external corporate clients. The practice operates across multiple jurisdictions and is known for its strong systems, collaborative culture, and progressive approach to legal delivery.
Your new role
This role will primarily manage Victorian matters, with additional exposure to Tasmania and the Northern Territory. This is a fast-paced litigation role. Extensive automation, precedents and fixed-fee billing systems are in place, allowing lawyers to focus on substantive legal work rather than administration or fee calculations.
Key Responsibilities

Acting on strata, property, debt recovery and civil litigation matters

Running matters through VCAT, with some matters in the Federal Circuit Court and Supreme Court

Attending procedural hearings (e.g. directions hearings)

Communicating directly with clients including strata committees, strata managers, and corporate finance stakeholders

Briefing counsel where matters progress to hearings or fall outside scope

What you'll need to succeed
The ideal candidate will have:

2-3 years PAE in commercial or civil litigation

Exposure to strata litigation and/or debt recovery (advantageous but not essential)

A strong working knowledge of VCAT and court processes

An unrestricted practicing certificate

Confidence running matters independently while working collaboratively with interstate colleagues

Strong client communication skills and a pragmatic, solutions-focused approach

Comprehensive training and structured support will be provided, so prior strata expertise is not essential.

What you'll get in return

Supportive, people first culture: The firm places a strong emphasis on teamwork, communication and wellbeing. Leadership is approachable, fair and consistent, with an open-door policy and a genuine focus on supporting staff through both professional and personal challenges.

Efficient systems & minimal admin: Highly developed automation, CRM tools and precedent libraries significantly reduce administrative burden.

Hybrid working model: 50:50 hybrid arrangement (5 days WFH / 5 days in-office per fortnight)

Competitive remuneration & balance : Discretionary bonus linked to billables & annual salary reviews

Learning and development: Ongoing internal training and development opportunities are strongly encouraged.

Melbourne CBD location

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Laura on 0280626176 or email [email protected]
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