Senior Associate – Commercial Litigation

vor 5 Stunden


Council of the City of Sydney, Österreich BlackBay Lawyers Vollzeit

Overview Senior Associate - Commercial Litigation Sydney CBD | Private Office | High-Autonomy Role BlackBay Lawyers is a specialist litigation firm where Senior Associates do more than assist, they advise, strategise and lead. We act in complex commercial disputes, employment litigation and defamation matters for ASX-listed companies, founders, boards and high-profile individuals. We were named Boutique Law Firm of the Year 2024 and are finalists again in 2025. We are seeking a Senior Associate who wants real responsibility, direct client relationships, and the autonomy to build a practice within a high-performing litigation firm. This role is suited to a litigator who is technically excellent, commercially sharp, and frustrated by hierarchy, politics or being kept one step removed from clients and decisions. The Role At BlackBay, Senior Associates are trusted with meaningful responsibility. You will: Run commercial litigation matters end-to-end, with genuine authority Act as the day-to-day strategic lead on complex disputes Advise clients directly, boards, founders and executives, without unnecessary layers Shape litigation strategy, evidence and settlement posture Take an active role in court work, negotiations and critical decision-making Mentor junior lawyers while remaining hands-on in high-stakes matters Contribute to the growth and depth of the commercial litigation practice This is not a leveraged back-end role. You will be trusted to exercise independent judgment and be accountable for outcomes. Who This Role Is For This role is designed for: Senior Associates (approximately 5–7 PQE) Litigators who: wants control over matters, not just tasks are confident making strategic decisions expect progression to follow performance, not tenure You are comfortable being relied upon, by clients and partners. What You Get Direct access to Partners and decision-makers Active support to build your professional profile, reputation and market presence Private office in Martin Place (every lawyer) The autonomy and opportunity to develop your own book of clients, with firm backing Remuneration and progression aligned to contribution and impact A collegiate, ego-free culture with high standards A clear long-term career path in a firm scaling deliberately and sustainably How to Apply If you are interested in joining BlackBay Lawyers, please apply via Seek or send your CV to Confidential conversations are welcome - not all strong candidates are actively looking. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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