Summer Lawyers is a specialist private credit law firm acting for non-bank lenders and capital providers across Australia and New Zealand.

Our teams advise across Advances, Recovery and Insolvency, applying enforcement experience to complex transactions, disputes and distressed matters. With teams across Sydney and Melbourne, we offer the opportunity to work alongside recognised practitioners on significant private credit matters. Our culture is direct, precise, commercial and accountable, with a strong focus on technical development, senior access and individual responsibility.

Our team members are offered competitive salaries and are well supported in their career development. You will have the opportunity to work on engaging and complex matters within a collaborative and dynamic environment. As a firm with a strong social culture, we host regular team lunches, social events, and monthly in-office massages. Staff also benefit from opportunities to attend client networking functions and industry events.

About the Role

We are seeking a Solicitor to join our Recovery and Insolvency team at Summer Lawyers in our Sydney CBD office. This is a full-time position.

Responsibilities include:

- Providing specialist legal advice and expertise in banking, finance and commercial litigation.
- Managing the day-to-day conduct of multiple files and workloads
- Drafting documentation relevant to banking, finance and insolvency matters
- Attending court appearances and instructing counsel in all Courts and jurisdictions
- Drafting Court documents including briefs to counsel, pleadings, affidavits, and applications
- Conducting legal research and providing advice on mortgage law and regulatory requirements
- Advising clients regularly on the status of their matters and recommending strategies
- Identifying,



developing and implementing practical solutions to complex legal transactions and litigation to achieve client objectives
- Assisting on mortgagee in possession sales

What We're Looking For

- A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD) degree, and admission to practice law in Australia
- 0 to 2 years post qualification experience, preferably in banking and finance and, or disputes generally
- Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues
- A proactive, customer-focused approach and the ability to work effectively in a team workplace
- Demonstrated experience in ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks
- A keen interest in the banking and finance sector and the ability to manage a busy and challenging workload.

Skills & Experience

- Demonstrated experience in a similar field
- Exceptional client relationship skills
- Ability to manage high volumes of new files each month
- Enjoy working with structure and following processes
- Keen interest in learning or taking on a challenge
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proactive and flexible work approach, including being a team player
- Drive to multi-task and meet tight deadlines

What We Offer

- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
- Ongoing career development through structured training programs and mentorship to support your career progression
- A collaborative and supportive work environment that values innovation and teamwork
- Direct access to partners and senior staff, ensuring exposure to high-quality work and opportunities for learning
- Access to firm-hosted events and networking opportunities, including industry functions and social gatherings
- Opportunities to participate in business development initiatives, helping you build relationships and grow your professional profile

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📌 Solicitor, Recovery and Insolvency (New South Wales)
🏢 Summer Lawyers
📍 New South Wales