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Litigation & Dispute Resolution Lawyers
Proximity's Public Law & Litigation practice is growing at an exciting pace, and we are looking for Litigation and Dispute Resolution lawyers to join our team.
This is an opportunity to:
Be an incredible litigation lawyer that clients want to work with by being aware, curious, responsive, and adaptable
Strengthen client relationships by working proactively with clients and their teams on-site
Share your knowledge and experience to build capability
Resolve litigated disputes by advising on decision making, engaging in mediation, undertaking judicial or merits review litigation and preparing briefs of evidence
Actively support the growth and skills of our PLL team members, through mentoring and developing those with less litigation and dispute resolution experience
Integrate into the Proximity team as a leader. Join our Career and Wellbeing Manager program to support a small group of team members; setting goals for their career, helping them achieve their goals and supporting their learning and development opportunities to expand their skills and grow.
The Proximity Public Law & Litigation team deliver on-site legal services to our Commonwealth clients. We assist our clients to solve real problems and strive to make a difference, adding value into all we do.
We're looking for someone who fits in and lives our values – someone who is:
Passionate and tenacious.
Someone with a can-do attitude, willing to roll up their sleeves and make an impact. Someone who is results-driven and dedicated to delivery
Client-first.
Someone who can develop deep and meaningful relationships. Someone who is always one step ahead anticipating their needs. A good listener and committed to understanding our clients' challenges, empowering and enabling
A team player.
Someone with exceptional emotional intelligence and integrity who works well with a wide range of personalities and is willing to share knowledge, pitch in, rally others and uplift skills to help clients and colleagues continually improve
Flexible.
Someone who is comfortable with change and who is adaptable and likes variety. Someone who can work as part of client teams on-site, or in an advisory capacity both on and off site
Broad thinking and solution oriented.
Someone who can think beyond the immediate questions and challenges and produce comprehensive solutions.
To succeed in this role, you will need:
5 years' minimum experience providing resolving litigated disputes for government clients
Ability and desire to share knowledge and develop others
Admitted Solicitor with current practicing certificate
Advocacy experience will be a bonus
Some roles may require travel for work
We have opportunities in Canberra, Sydney, Melbourne and open to other locations to work on our client sites
Federal Government departments are a large client base for Proximity, and a current security clearance therefore is desirable.
The Proximity Difference
We believe work should be a positive part of your life. It should challenge, engage and support you in equal measure. We focus on cultivating a genuinely caring and collaborative workplace. By joining Proximity, you will enjoy:
Health and Wellbeing, Professional Development allowances –
we support your wellbeing and continued learning
The chance to give back
to your community by working with Proximity's not for profit partners
A flexible working environment for work/life balance
– make the hours work for you and your team
Clear career progression pathways
Security Clearances and Practising Certificates
Or you may choose to work more flexibly and want pay instead of organisation support. Our Proximity Lite employment arrangements support you to focus on applying your incredible technical skills and expertise with clients.
Working with Proximity
Proximity is a leading provider of integrated consulting, legal and commercial services to government entities and large organisations. Proximity collaborates with its clients to overcome challenges and achieve excellent outcomes. By creating an exceptional workplace culture, Proximity equips its people with the confidence and knowledge to find the 'right fit' solution for its clients' needs.
We're committed to ensuring a safe and respectful workplace, where all our people, no matter their identity, orientation, background or physical ability feel valued and accepted. Our values are central to everything we do and stand for, we are strengthening our culture and building our client advantage by being
Genuine people,
bringing a
Bold Approach,
and providing
Helpful outcomes.
Does this sound like the right organisation for you?
If this position interests you, please get in contact with Loretta Pabian: ******
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