Solicitor

Are you ready to take the next step in your litigation career with one of the world's leading global law firms?

DLA Piper's Litigation & Regulatory practice is seeking a talented and ambitious Solicitor to join our growing Melbourne team. This is a unique opportunity to work as part of one of the largest Litigation & Regulatory practices globally, collaborating with leading lawyers across key international jurisdictions on high-profile and complex matters.

Main duties and responsibilities

In this role, you will work closely with Kieran O'Brien, Global Co-Chair of Class Actions and Mass Torts, and gain exposure to a broad range of sophisticated and challenging disputes.

The successful candidate will work across a broad range of industries, including life sciences, manufacturing, sport, insurance, and food and beverage, gaining exposure to complex and high-profile matters that have significant commercial and strategic importance for our clients.

This is an exceptional opportunity to build your expertise on market-leading matters while working alongside recognised leaders in their field.

About You We are looking for a dynamic, motivated and commercially minded lawyer who brings:

• 2- 4 years' post-qualification experience gained in private practice
• Strong litigation and dispute resolution experience
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• A collaborative approach and strong team orientation
• A proactive mindset and commitment to delivering exceptional client service

You thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy tackling complex challenges and are eager to continue developing your technical and professional capabilities.

About Us We're a global law firm helping our clients achieve their goals wherever they do business. Our pursuit of innovation has transformed our delivery of legal services. With offices in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia Pacific, we deliver exceptional outcomes on cross-border projects, critical transactions and high-stakes disputes.

At DLA Piper, we understand that inclusion is not a one-size-fits-all concept. We embrace and celebrate the range of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences that each individual brings to our firm. By fostering a culture that welcomes and appreciates all aspects of our individuality, we ensure that everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Our commitment to inclusion and positive social impact enables us to provide exceptional service to our clients and communities, while nurturing a unique and inclusive culture for all our people. We welcome the unique contribution that you will bring to our firm and actively encourage applications from all talented people – however your talent is packaged, whatever your background or circumstance and regardless of how you identify.

We are committed to being accessible and accommodating any reasonable adjustments needed throughout the recruitment process to ensure an inclusive experience for all. If you need any support or adjustments, please let us know.

Where local legislation permits, we will conduct relevant pre-engagement screening checks prior to your first day.

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