At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to tackle high-profile insolvency matters and mentor junior lawyers.
- Company: Leading Australian law firm known for complex transactions and a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and extensive social initiatives.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth and a focus on wellbeing.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a top-tier team while advancing your legal career.
- Qualifications: 7+ years of experience in Restructuring & Insolvency with strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 121500 - 148500 $ per year.
An opportunity exists for an experienced Senior Associate and/or Special Counsel (7+ PQE) to join our Restructuring & Insolvency team in our Sydney office. This role will see you play a key part on high-profile, complex advisory and corporate insolvency matters as well as insolvency-related litigation for insolvency practitioners, ASX listed corporations, investment banks, private equity and funders.
This role provides a mix of high calibre cutting edge matters, hands on matter management and strategic input alongside the Partners. You will also have the opportunity to train and mentor junior lawyers.
Our Restructuring and Insolvency team is regarded by the market and competitors as a top tier offering. We secure and assist unsecured creditors, liquidators, voluntary administrators and receivers throughout Australia and overseas on corporate workouts, reconstructions and corporate insolvency. Our expertise is sought after in high profile insolvency administrations.
You bring strong technical expertise and relevant experience, but there is much more to you. You:
- deliver legal advice with a commercial and client focused outlook;
- work well under pressure, meet your deadlines and excel working in a team;
- have strong communication and stakeholder management skills;
- take a collaborative, positive and energetic approach to everything you do;
- are comfortable and experienced mentoring and training junior lawyers;
- will have 7+ years’ experience in Restructuring & Insolvency within a private practice environment.
We value collaboration and our teams work together to achieve shared outcomes. We care about the wellbeing of our people and will invest time in understanding your objectives so we can support you throughout your career. We believe it’s this focus on our people that has seen our firm grow rapidly to become one of Australia’s leading independent law firms.
We offer:
- A collegiate environment with a collaborative culture across offices and practice groups;
- High-quality work with committed mentors supporting your career development;
- Comprehensive benefits including competitive remuneration, flexible working, and extensive social and wellbeing initiatives;
- Opportunities for professional growth through structured learning and development programs, pro bono work, and employee recognition initiatives.
If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity to take your career to the next level, then we would love to hear from you.
Johnson Winter Slattery (JWS) is a leading Australian law firm known for advising corporates and funds on their most complex transactions, disputes and regulatory matters. At JWS, we build authentic, long-term relationships and have a deep understanding of our clients and their industries.
We are committed to promoting a workplace that is diverse and inclusive. We encourage the best people - regardless of race, religion, or belief if any, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, or age - to fulfil their professional aspirations with us. In particular, we would welcome applications from First Nations candidates.
Senior Associate/Special Counsel - Restructuring & Insolvency in Sydney employer: Johnson Winter Slattery
Johnson Winter Slattery is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and supportive work culture that prioritises the wellbeing and professional growth of its employees. With access to high-quality, complex legal matters and a commitment to mentoring, you will thrive in an environment that values teamwork and innovation while enjoying comprehensive benefits and flexible working arrangements in the vibrant city of Sydney.
