We bring true purpose and a proven path. You bring your skills and experience.
The Opportunity
This is a newly-created opportunity for a Special Counsel with experience in class actions, or for an experienced Senior Associate seeking to step up into a Special Counsel position in our Melbourne team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Managing the conduct of multiple class actions, using case plans and effectively delegating and overseeing the supporting legal team.
* Providing strategic advice and updates to Shine's partnered litigation funders on budgeting of individual and portfolio matters.
* Developing and maintaining strong relationships with our clients, providing regular and effective communication whilst managing expectations.
* Contributing to the origination and development of new class action opportunities.
Your Skills and Experience
To thrive in this role, you will have:
* Significant experience as a solicitor practising across complex commercial litigation.
* Desire to lead high performing legal teams.
* Strong legal analytical skills, research skills, and attention to detail.
* Ability to work with and manage large volumes of complex documents and reports.
* A commitment to truly connect with those around you and work together to deliver exceptional results for our clients.
* The passion, motivation and enthusiasm to contribute to our culture and ensure it's a place where everyone can thrive.
About Us
At Shine Lawyers, we're proud to be an ASX-listed organisation with over 45 years of experience standing up for the rights of everyday Australians.
We're humble yet relentless, and we don't pretend to be anything other than ourselves.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to creating a workplace that's inclusive, diverse and celebrates all of our differences.
We're excited to hear from you if you share our values and are passionate about making a real impact.
Apply now to join our team and help us stand up to injustice.