Commercial Disputes & Debt Recovery Lawyer

empire group · Sydney NSW 2000 · Full time
Posted 11d ago

Commercial Disputes & Debt Recovery Lawyer

empire group
Sydney NSW 2000

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Full time

~$70k - $90k(Estimated)
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KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Work closely with the partner on commercial disputes and debt recovery matters.
  • Manage insolvency risks and advise on creditor rights.
  • Receive direct mentorship in a supportive, tech-driven environment.

Litigation Lawyer | Excellent Mentorship | Tech Driven Environment

Why work with empire group?

  • Exclusive Roles: Gain access to opportunities not advertised anywhere else.
  • Personalised Support: Receive free CV advice, interview coaching and negotiation guidance suited to your career goals.
  • Industry Expertise: Work with a team that brings over 175 years of combined Australian legal recruitment experience.
  • Privacy: Trust that your information will be treated with the confidentiality that you deserve. Only be put forward to a role with your explicit consent.

The Firm & The Role
Our client is a dynamic and tech driven commercial law firm which is experiencing growth. They are looking to recruit an enthusiastic litigation lawyer with around 1 to 3 years pae.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with the partner and work on commercial disputes matters, spearhead debt recovery, and manage insolvency risks. You will get hands-on, autonomous experience while receiving direct mentorship.

Key Responsibilities

  • Debt Recovery & Enforcement: Draft letters of demand, file claims, and managing statutory demands.
  • Dispute Management: Handle commercial disputes, reviewing evidence, and drafting position papers or settlement agreements.
  • Insolvency & Credit Risk: Advise on creditor rights, and help navigate matters involving insolvency or bankruptcy. 

About You

  • Experience: 1 to 3 years pae in commercial litigation, insolvency/restructuring, or a specialized debt recovery practice or even an insurance practice (e.g property damage)
  • Procedural Knowledge: A solid grasp of NSW court procedures and formal recovery processes.
  • Proactive Attitude: Eager to learn, comfortable managing tight deadlines, and ready to collaborate closely with senior practitioners to deliver practical business outcomes.

What's On Offer

  • Competitive salary package tailored for a 1–3 year pae professional.
  • Direct, daily mentorship from the partner in a supportive, progressive environment.
  • Genuine work-life balance with flexible hybrid working options 

Apply
For a confidential discussion regarding this role or to explore other career opportunities please contact:
Marianna Tuccia BA, LLB 
Ref No:           MT1694473
Email:             marianna.tuccia@empiregroup.com.au (click to reveal email)
Phone:            0422 671 673 (click to reveal mobile)
  
Please send your CV in Microsoft Word format.

I am a former lawyer and Legal Professional Recruiter at empire group. With over 18 years of experience placing lawyers in law firms, I connect candidates to the roles that truly support their needs and their wants. I am passionate about helping lawyers at all stages of their careers and understand the complexity of navigating recruitment in this current market. If the above role isn’t what you are looking for, please reach out so I can assist you with finding the right one.
Reference number: 1694473
Profession:Legal professional

Company: empire group
Date posted: 11th Oct, 2026

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Skills

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Autonomous practiceClient communicationCommercial litigationCourt procedures nswDebt recoveryDrafting legal documentsInsolvency and restructuringLegal advice on creditor rightsLegal research and analysisMentorship and collaborationProactive attitudeTime management

Perks & benefits

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Competitive salary packageDirect mentorship from senior practitionersFlexible working options

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