Lawyer (2-4 PQE) - Restructuring & Insolvency

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Lawyer (2-4 PQE) - Restructuring & Insolvency. Terms and conditions vacancy

• Permanent opportunity based in Perth for a mid-level lawyer with between 2 and 4
• Act for and advise commodities business, major financial services, mining and
• Excellent opportunity to gain exposure across both contentious and non-content

The role
Our Perth R&I group are seeking a Lawyer with between 2 and 4 years' experience to join their dynamic, high-performing and friendly team. In this role you will primarily work for our Partners Cameron Belyea and Alistair Fleming, who are engaged on most major ongoing restructures and strategic advisory roles in Western Australia, for borrower/reference entities, financiers, noteholders, other credit originator or major stakeholders.

This role presents a great opportunity for someone looking to further develop their practice and technical skills while learning from leading lawyers in Restructuring and Insolvency Law.

The Restructuring & Insolvency Practice Group
Clayton Utz's Restructuring and Insolvency team advises on all aspects of restructurings and insolvencies and has been retained in lead roles in many of the most significant R&I matters in Australia.

The co-operative and multi-skilled nature of our group enables us to provide advice not just on the full spectrum of insolvency and recovery issues, but also on pre-insolvency complex restructurings that preserve the long-term value of businesses for creditors and stakeholders.

For further information, please visit our Restructuring and Insolvency showcase page on LinkedIn

Skills & Experience
To be successful in this role, you will have:

• At least 2 years' post admission experience within a commercial litigation or restructuring and insolvency practice.
  
• Strong drafting experience with court documents, affidavits, briefs, observations and liquidation examinations would be highly preferable. 
  
• A strong client service focus and work ethic.
  
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills to build client relationships and maintain a positive team environment.

In addition to this, we're looking for a resilient, self-starter. Someone who is able to work autonomously and is focused on attention to detail and providing an outstanding service to their clients.

The firm:
As Australia's leading independent law firm, our culture has been built by innovative thinkers. They are the driving force behind our firm and if you choose to be part of the team your expectations will be challenged every step of the way.

We're looking for individuals who will thrive under our spirit of independence. Dynamic personalities who can collaborate, innovate and strive for success within our collegiate culture. In return we will work to help build the career you've always wanted. Are you up for the challenge?

Why Clayton Utz?
As part of this innovative team you will be working across major national, government, and global clients. All the while collaborating with some of the sharpest legal minds in the industry. Clayton Utz has also been a powerful force in Australian pro bono practice, striving to deliver justice for those who need it and not just those who can afford it. In your time here you'll be constantly surprised by the projects you get to work on and what you can accomplish.

Imagine what you could achieve at a top law firm that actually values independent thinking. A law firm who challenges the status quo.

Go on, challenge your expectations.

How to apply?

To submit your interest in this role, please click the 'Apply' button or contact Antony Kontellis on 02 9353 5431 for more information.

For more information on Clayton Utz, please visit www.claytonutz.com or follow us on LinkedIn here

Clayton Utz is an inclusive employer that supports flexible work arrangements.