Senior Associate - Commercial Litigation

Senior Associate - Commercial Litigation

Sydney CBD | High-Autonomy Role

BlackBay Lawyers is a specialist litigation firm where Senior Associates do more than assist, they advise, strategise and lead.

We act in complex commercial disputes, employment litigation and defamation matters for ASX-listed companies, founders, boards and high-profile individuals. We were named Boutique Law Firm of the Year 2024, were finalists in 2025, and are again in 2026.

We are seeking a Senior Associate who wants real responsibility, direct client relationships, and the autonomy to build a practice within a high-performing litigation firm. This role is suited to a litigator who is technically excellent and commercially sharp.

The Role

At BlackBay, Senior Associates are trusted with meaningful responsibility. You will:

• Run commercial litigation matters end-to-end, with genuine authority
• Act as the day-to-day strategic lead on complex disputes
• Advise clients directly, boards, founders and executives, without unnecessary layers
• Shape litigation strategy, evidence and settlement posture
• Take an active role in court work, negotiations and critical decision-making
• Mentor junior lawyers while remaining hands-on in high-stakes matters
• Contribute to the growth and depth of the commercial litigation practice
• This is not a leveraged back-end role. You will be trusted to exercise independent judgment and be accountable for outcomes.

Who this role is designed for

• Senior Associates (approximately 4–8 PQE)
• Litigators who: want control over matters, not just tasks
• value direct client ownership
• are confident making strategic decisions
• expect progression to follow performance, not tenure
• You are comfortable being relied upon, by clients and partners

What you receive in return

• Complex, high-stakes litigation
• Direct access to Partners and decision-makers
• Active support to build your professional profile, reputation and market presence
• The autonomy and opportunity to develop your own book of clients, with firm backing
• Remuneration and progression aligned to contribution and impact
• A collegiate, ego-free culture with high standards
• A clear long-term career path in a firm scaling deliberately and sustainably

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining BlackBay Lawyers, please apply via LinkedIn or send your CV and cover letter to ***email_hidden***.

Confidential conversations are welcome - not all strong candidates are actively looking.