A leading commercial law practice is seeking a Senior Associate or Special Counsel to join its Sydney-based Restructuring & Insolvency team.

This is a senior prospect for a lawyer looking to play a key role on complex, high-value matters, with a mix of advisory, transactional and contentious insolvency work.

The Opportunity

You will work closely with experienced practitioners on a broad range of restructuring and insolvency matters, from early-stage advisory through to formal appointments and related disputes.

The role offers a high level of responsibility, including hands-on matter management, strategic input and direct client engagement. You will also play a role in mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to the broader growth of the team.

The Work

You can expect to be involved in:

- Advising on complex restructures, workouts and distressed scenarios

- Acting on corporate insolvency matters, including administrations and liquidations

- Managing insolvency-related disputes and enforcement matters

- Advising insolvency practitioners, corporates, funds and lenders

- Supporting high-value and time-sensitive engagements requiring strategic input

About You

- 7+ years’ experience in restructuring & insolvency within private practice

- Strong technical capability across both advisory and contentious matters





- Commercially minded with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving

- Confident managing matters and engaging directly with clients

- Proven ability to mentor and support junior lawyers

- Strong communication skills and the ability to operate in fast-paced environments

The Environment

This team is recognised for handling complex and high-profile matters, often involving multiple stakeholders and commercially sensitive scenarios.

The culture is collaborative and performance-driven, with a strong emphasis on quality work, professional development and long-term career progression.

Why Consider This Role

- Exposure to sophisticated, high-value restructuring and insolvency matters

- Opportunity to take a lead role on matters and contribute strategically

- Strong client base across corporates, funds and insolvency practitioners

- Supportive and collegiate team environment

- Clear pathway for progression at a senior level

If this aligns with what you’re looking for, reach out via [email protected] for a confidential discussion or hit apply!

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📌 Senior Associate/Special Counsel, Restructuring and Insolvency (Sydney)
🏢 JLegal
📍 Sydney