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Lawyer job ad example
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Lawyer job ad example

A clear and compelling job ad will help you attract the right people to the role. We’ve created a list of the best and most common job ads posted on SEEK, to help you write your own.    

Remember to refer to SEEK’s Laws of Attraction tool to find out the factors that attract candidates to jobs in your industry. This will help you write a more compelling job ad.  

Here’s an example of a Lawyer job advertisement: 

Short description  

  • Job title: Senior Lawyer

  • Company: Celtic Lawyers Pty Ltd  

  • Location: Box Hill, Melbourne 

  • Salary: Up to $120,000 + additional super + phone + laptop 

    • Flexibility to WFH + additional leave options + regular work hours

    • Subsided Insurances + KPI bonus incentives + paid overtime

    • 1:1 mentoring by industry leaders + tailored development plan

  • Summary: Lead a portfolio of compelling cases with a team of 10. Use your back & front-end litigation experience to navigate complex legal matters for our clients. 

Long description    

About the role   

Build your career as our next Senior Lawyer joining our back-end litigation team of 10 on a full-time basis. Reporting to our Managing Partner, the duties & responsibilities include:

  • Lead and oversee a portfolio of litigation cases, from inception to resolution, including legal research, strategy development, and courtroom representation

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing guidance, updates, and building strong relationships based on trust and expertise

  • Prepare legal documents, briefs and reports for barristers, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines

  • Appear in court to argue cases, negotiate settlements, and represent clients in legal proceedings, demonstrating strong advocacy skills

  • Provide leadership and support to junior team members, including assigning tasks, reviewing work, and encouraging professional growth and development.

Benefits    

  • Up to $120,000 + modern office location + regular salary review period

  • Additional superannuation + KPI bonus incentives + paid overtime

  • Flexibility to WFH + additional leave options including 5 days of wellbeing leave

  • 1:1 mentoring by industry leaders + tailored development plan

  • Further external education opportunities & tech provided

  • Exposure to sophisticated and complex litigation including Supreme & High Court disputes

  • The opportunity to network with many popular & senior barristers

  • Career advancement opportunities in fast-growing firm

  • Work directly with litigation partner

  • Nurturing environment with great office culture and regular social events.

Experience and qualifications    

  • Work experience in a mix of both back-end and front-end litigation

  • Capable of working semi-autonomously, under the supervision of the litigation partner and senior associate

  • Experience in security of payment matters, drafting of submissions and witness statements

  • Proven ability to analyse complex legal issues, identify key legal principles, and apply them to specific cases or situations

  • Shown experience in building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, understanding their needs, and providing high-quality legal advice and counsel.

About Celtic Lawyers

With over 50 years of experience, our law firm fosters a tight-knit team culture and lasting client relationships. Serving diverse clients in Box Hill, including small to medium businesses, developers, property investors, builders, and tradespeople, we're deeply committed to their success.

Joining us means more than career advancement; it's about being part of an inclusive supportive community valuing your well-being and growth. Enjoy a friendly, flexible environment, collaborating with a team caring about you and our clients.

How to apply  

If this role sounds like you, please click on the apply button and follow the prompts. We will get in touch if you are shortlisted for this opportunity.

If you would like to learn more, please reach out to Jackson Tilbury on +1234 5678 for a confidential chat!

Ready to get started? Click here to post your job ad.  

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