Your role
You'll be a part of our band-1 Disputes & Investigations practice, working closely with our Partners and the wider team across all of our Australian offices. You will gain exposure to the most complex, high-value and significant matters in the Australian market, also frequently working on international disputes.
At Allens, our Projects Disputes team is a truly national team, meaning you will have exposure to a number of different Partners and lawyers within your practice group across offices. You will be involved in a wide variety of premier work across different clients and sectors. We encourage our lawyers to find their niche and specialise in areas they're interested in, while building a strong foundation across their field.
Your role within our team will include advising clients on:
Commercial and contractual disputes arising on infrastructure, resources, property development and renewable energy projects;
Supreme Court litigation throughout Australia;
Domestic and international arbitration;
Expert determination, facilitation, mediation, DRBs/DABs, and other alternative dispute resolution mechanisms;
Security of Payment Legislation.
This is a permanent, full-time opportunity to be based in Brisbane, Sydney, or Melbourne. Hybrid working (60% in the office) is how we work, however flexibility matters at Allens, so if you are seeking hybrid working or are looking for flexibility in your work, we would be happy to discuss what arrangements would work best for you.
About you
You will have:
Experience in construction and project disputes, litigation and claim resolution within a law firm
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team on large matters (both internally within Allens, and externally with our clients' teams), and manage aspects of matters where required. We value teamwork, good humour and kindness, and are looking for co-workers who share our values.
A willingness to participate in business development activities, such as pitch documents, firm-wide pursuits, article writing, attending industry events and hosting seminars.
A desire to learn, grow, network, and mentor others (dependent on your level).
Your development
In joining Allens, you will receive unparalleled learning and development opportunities. You will be challenged, supported and guided as you learn and develop, and will be encouraged to grow. We foster greatness, and will coach and support you to meet your goals and aspirations.
Our unique Career Deal allows you to take control of your career and provides a transparent approach to career development. Our international alliance with Linklaters means we are able to support secondments all over the world.
Our perks
Our benefits include:
Financial: market competitive fixed remuneration, generous incentive plan that recognises both billable and broader contribution, employee recruitment referral program, discounts at hundreds of suppliers including retail outlets, health and travel insurance, charity matched funding program.
Health and wellbeing: fully subsidised gym memberships, annual flu vaccinations, skin checks, in-house snacks and catered meals, subsidised sporting and social activities, Employee Assistance Program including confidential counselling, wellbeing coaching and financial coaching for employees and their families.
Flexibility: hybrid and flexible working arrangements to support you in your work and life commitments and passions, equipment to support working from home.
Leave: ability to purchase additional annual leave, access to an enhanced, inclusive and flexible parental leave policy – 26 weeks paid parental leave with no minimum service for permanent employees and high quality executive coaching to support the transition.
International opportunities: our alliance with Linklaters ensures possible secondments to many of their overseas offices.
Recognition: team based recognition including social activities and contribution based recognition activities, and annual Allens Values Awards to nominate and recognise the incredible contributions of our people.
Allens is also proud to invest in our communities, giving you the opportunity to make a difference through our work on reconciliation, the environment and other social justice issues as well as our workplace giving and volunteering programs.
How to apply?
We'd love to hear from you so please click "apply now"! If you would like to find out more, please visit "This is Allens" or listen to our Allens Confidential podcast to hear real stories from real people about life at Allens. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please phone Thomas Wigglesworth, Senior Manager Talent Acquisition, on +61 449 539 834.
At Allens, our culture is made up of unique backgrounds and varying life experiences. We celebrate our people's differences across gender and gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, cultural backgrounds, First Nations communities, and family and caring arrangements. If you require adjustments to fully participate in our application process, please contact us at [email protected]. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align, please express your interest by emailing us at [email protected]. The right role for you might be just around the corner!
