Senior Associate, Financial Institutions, Directors & Officers

Clyde & Co

. Work as a Senior Associate lawyer within a large commercial litigation team .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeSydney • AustraliaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in commercial litigation, particularly within the Financial Institutions and Directors & Officers practice, with a strong ability to analyze high-volume data sets and evidence on a cross-border basis. Proven skills in client relationship management, precise drafting, and leading teams in complex, multi-party litigation matters.

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Commercial Litigation ExperienceHigh-Volume Data AnalysisClient Relationship ManagementPrecise Drafting SkillsTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Commercial LitigationData AnalysisLegal DraftingMulti-Party LitigationCross-Border Litigation

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsTime ManagementCollaborationRapport BuildingTeam Environment Fostering

Certifications & Qualifications

Australian Qualified LawyerOverseas Qualified Lawyer

Industry Keywords

Financial InstitutionsDirectors & OfficersTop Tier Private PracticeComplex LitigationHigh-Value Litigation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work as a Senior Associate lawyer within a large commercial litigation team
Work directly within the Financial Institutions, Directors & Officers practice with exposure to large-scale, complex, high-value, multi-party, multi-jurisdiction litigation
Participate in general commercial litigation matters for corporations, directors and officers, and insurers
Actively participate in all aspects of matters and contribute significantly to outcomes
Develop client contact, professional exposure, and professional and personal brand
Deal with Counsel and solicitors across multi-party litigation
Analyse high-volume data sets and evidence on a cross-border basis
Build client relationships and understand clients’ business needs with partner support
Lead and delegate for more senior matters where applicable

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 5 years’ post qualification experience
5–8 years of experience for Senior Associate level
Australian or overseas qualified lawyer
Solid general commercial litigation background gained from a top tier private practice environment in Australia or overseas
Highly refined communication skills for dealing with Counsel and large groups of solicitors across multi-party litigation
Experience working with and analysing high volume data sets and evidence on a cross-border basis
Precise, clear drafting skills
Strong time management and ability to manage competing priorities and meet high-standard deliverables
Ability to work collaboratively and independently
Commercial awareness and confidence building rapport with clients and developing client relationships
For more senior lawyers, ability to lead and delegate
Ability to foster a positive team environment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunities employer
Diverse and inclusive workforce
Pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships
Commitment to minimising environmental impact and progressing towards the SBTi Net-Zero standard
Support for employees to realise their potential through legal and professional skills