Job Description
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Lawyer with experience in managing complex funded litigation and disputes, with an emphasis on class actions and large-scale corporate disputes to join our team. This role offers the opportunity to lead complex cases and contribute to the strategic growth of our practice.
This role will see you working across a range of commercial litigation and related dispute matters. You will:
work in legal streams related to commercial litigation, including conducting thorough investigations, drafting pleadings, managing document discovery, taking witness statements and preparing evidence;
manage the discovery process;
manage trial preparation;
provide expert legal advice and strategic guidance on a wide range of matters;
manage general commercial disputes including contractual disputes, professional negligence and regulatory proceedings; and
provide whole-of-project support and advice to the team.
To succeed in this role, you will ideally have:
Extensive experience in a wide variety of high-value commercial disputes and other litigation.
At least 5 years of experience in a similar position, ideally working in a team environment.
Class actions or large-scale commercial disputes experience.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
A proactive and collaborative approach to work.
Our Team
Our high performing, collegiate Dispute Resolution and Litigation team in Brisbane is looking for a driven individual with commercial litigation experience to play a senior role in our team. This practice group has been described in The Legal 500 Asia as "A top performer in the corporate and commercial litigation space" with supervising Partners for this role being recognised in Best Lawyers in Australia, 2026 edition. Our reputation and growth in this area has been built on our proven ability to resolve large-scale, complex commercial litigation disputes, whether via court judgment or otherwise.
This is an excellent career opportunity to grow and progress in a fast-paced but rewarding environment. The team is hard-working and high-performing, but collegiate, with a strong and unique pipeline of upcoming work. This role offers you many opportunities to apply your technical expertise to complex and challenging work, learn from a variety of highly experienced litigators, and supervise and develop junior lawyers.
About Us
Piper Alderman is a premier commercial law firm with offices in Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and Melbourne. We work with clients across Australia and internationally to achieve practical commercial outcomes, innovation in service delivery and deep engagement across multiple industries. Piper Alderman prides itself on being a collaborative law firm where high achieving ambitious team members can succeed in achieving their career goals whilst performing challenging and rewarding tasks.
At Piper Alderman we promote a culture of excellence, collaboration and teamwork. We recognise and support individuals and invest in their continued professional development.
Apply Today
Piper Alderman is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We aim to attract and retain the best people and provide an environment where those people can be their authentic selves. We value diversity of thought and experience and aim to ensure all our people are valued and respected.
Please submit an application by clicking the link below:
https://careers.piperalderman.com.au/jobs/c+8ac751-4545-4a7e-af3d-8e85fda0fc73 .
Please note, no applications will be accepted directly via email.
If you have questions or would like further information about this opportunity, please [email protected]
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $160,000.00 – $180,000.00 per year
Work Authorisation:
Australia (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sydney NSW 2000
Application Deadline: 2+/04/2026
This role will see you working across a range of commercial litigation and related dispute matters. You will:
work in legal streams related to commercial litigation, including conducting thorough investigations, drafting pleadings, managing document discovery, taking witness statements and preparing evidence;
manage the discovery process;
manage trial preparation;
provide expert legal advice and strategic guidance on a wide range of matters;
manage general commercial disputes including contractual disputes, professional negligence and regulatory proceedings; and
provide whole-of-project support and advice to the team.
To succeed in this role, you will ideally have:
Extensive experience in a wide variety of high-value commercial disputes and other litigation.
At least 5 years of experience in a similar position, ideally working in a team environment.
Class actions or large-scale commercial disputes experience.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
A proactive and collaborative approach to work.
Our Team
Our high performing, collegiate Dispute Resolution and Litigation team in Brisbane is looking for a driven individual with commercial litigation experience to play a senior role in our team. This practice group has been described in The Legal 500 Asia as "A top performer in the corporate and commercial litigation space" with supervising Partners for this role being recognised in Best Lawyers in Australia, 2026 edition. Our reputation and growth in this area has been built on our proven ability to resolve large-scale, complex commercial litigation disputes, whether via court judgment or otherwise.
This is an excellent career opportunity to grow and progress in a fast-paced but rewarding environment. The team is hard-working and high-performing, but collegiate, with a strong and unique pipeline of upcoming work. This role offers you many opportunities to apply your technical expertise to complex and challenging work, learn from a variety of highly experienced litigators, and supervise and develop junior lawyers.
About Us
Piper Alderman is a premier commercial law firm with offices in Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and Melbourne. We work with clients across Australia and internationally to achieve practical commercial outcomes, innovation in service delivery and deep engagement across multiple industries. Piper Alderman prides itself on being a collaborative law firm where high achieving ambitious team members can succeed in achieving their career goals whilst performing challenging and rewarding tasks.
At Piper Alderman we promote a culture of excellence, collaboration and teamwork. We recognise and support individuals and invest in their continued professional development.
Apply Today
Piper Alderman is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We aim to attract and retain the best people and provide an environment where those people can be their authentic selves. We value diversity of thought and experience and aim to ensure all our people are valued and respected.
Please submit an application by clicking the link below:
https://careers.piperalderman.com.au/jobs/c+8ac751-4545-4a7e-af3d-8e85fda0fc73 .
Please note, no applications will be accepted directly via email.
If you have questions or would like further information about this opportunity, please [email protected]
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $160,000.00 – $180,000.00 per year
Work Authorisation:
Australia (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sydney NSW 2000
Application Deadline: 2+/04/2026
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Piper Alderman - Senior Lawyer position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.
