Join an award-winning law firm where you'll do meaningful work, be supported to grow, and develop into a well rounded lawyer.

Moores is a values-driven law firm that is committed to making a difference for our clients, our people and the communities in which we operate. We pride ourselves on delivering quality work and excellent client service.

We are looking for fabulous graduates who want to commence their career in March 2027 as part of our values driven, friendly and collaborative team.

At Moores, you will find a culture that is professional, supportive and down-to-earth. We care about our people, celebrate diversity and create opportunities for everyone to thrive.

About the Program at Moores

Our Graduate Lawyer Program is a 12-month supervised legal traineeship designed to help you transition from student to lawyer with confidence.

You will complete rotations across practice groups, providing broad exposure to different areas of law and helping you build a strong foundation for your legal career. Rotations may include:

Property, Construction, Commercial Disputes, Wills and Estates, Family, Workplace Relations and Corporate Advisory.

Throughout the program, you will be supported by:

• A dedicated SLT Supervisor to guide your legal development, provide regular feedback and help you build the skills and experience required for admission.
• A buddy each rotation to help you find your feet and navigate the day-to-day aspects of graduate life.
• A mentor who will act as a trusted sounding board, sharing their experiences, offering career guidance and helping you build connections across the firm.
• Regular coaching, feedback and development discussions.
• Structured learning and professional development opportunities.

You will work directly with clients and colleagues on meaningful legal matters while developing your technical, commercial and interpersonal skills.

As part of the program, Moores will fund your Practical Legal Training (PLT) through an approved provider, allowing you to combine formal learning with real-world experience.





About you
We are looking for future lawyers who are curious, motivated and ready to make the most of every opportunity. You will enjoy learning, asking questions, building relationships and getting involved in meaningful work from day one.

At Moores, you will work with great clients, collaborate with talented people, and develop the skills, confidence and commercial insight needed to build a rewarding legal career.

To be eligible, you will be:
• In your final year of a Law degree and due to complete your studies in 2026; or
• A recent law graduate who has not yet commenced or completed PLT/ Supervised legal training or been admitted to practice.

We're interested in more than academic results. We are looking for people who demonstrate:

Human Skills (EQ)
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport and trust with clients and colleagues.
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute to team success.
• Professionalism, empathy and self-awareness.
• Confidence to ask questions, seek feedback and learn from others.

Adaptability (AQ)
• Curiosity and a genuine desire to learn and grow.
• Resilience and the ability to embrace new challenges.
• Initiative and a willingness to step outside your comfort zone.

Technical Intelligence (TQ)
• Strong problem-solving, research and drafting skills.
• Sound judgement and attention to detail.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional client service.
• A robust work ethic and pride in producing high-quality work.

Why Moores

Moores is not a traditional law firm. This is what makes Moores great:

• No timesheets – we price on value,



not hours.
• Meaningful, varied and intellectually engaging work for purpose-driven clients.
• Flexible hybrid work, because we trust our people.
• Direct access to supportive Practice Leaders who are invested in your development.
• A down-to-earth, inclusive and genuinely collegiate culture.
• Tailored learning, wellbeing support and additional leave options.
• Opportunities to contribute to innovation, technology and value pricing initiatives.

But don’t just take our word for it, hear from our current graduates who were recently admitted:

Sebastian – “The combination of hands-on experience, strong mentorship and exposure to different practice areas made my traineeship at Moores both rewarding and invaluable to my development”

Dao – ‘“It was an invaluable opportunity for me to gain hands-on experience while working directly alongside experienced lawyers and mentors dedicated to supporting my growth and development.”

Tendai – “Moores provided me with a fantastic support network, great mentoring and plenty of opportunity to gain exposure to various practice areas during my traineeship, which was invaluable to me as a graduate!”.

Discover our “Be A Force for Good” employee value proposition Employee Value Prop (moores.com.au)

Ready to Apply?

Applications close 21 September 2026

If you are looking for a graduate program that combines meaningful work genuine support and the opportunity to build a rewarding legal career, we would love to hear from you.

Apply via the careers page on the Moores website.

Moores welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Please note we will only contact you if your application is successful for interview.

Any questions?

Email: *******@moores.com.au

Belinda Balmer, Head of People & Culture
03) 9843 0***

Natalie Rule, People and Culture Advisor
(03) 9843 2***

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