Senior Associate

DLA Piper’s Litigation and Regulatory practice is expanding, and we are seeking a talented Senior Associate to join our growing Melbourne team. You will become part of one of the largest and most internationally connected Litigation and Regulatory practices in the world, with dedicated lawyers working across major global jurisdictions.

This is an exceptional opportunity to work directly with Kieran O’Brien, our Global Co‑Chair for Class Actions and Mass Torts and a recognised leader in the field.

Kieran O’Brien leads a dynamic, high-profile practice handling some of the most complex class action, product liability and mass tort matters globally. You will gain unparalleled exposure to strategic, large-scale litigation and cutting-edge matters.

Main duties and responsibilities

• Complex insurance litigation
• Product liability disputes
• High-profile class actions
• Regulatory investigations across key sectors such as life sciences, manufacturing, insurance, sport, and food & beverage

You will have access to DLA Piper’s Career Academies, international training programs and award‑winning development forums designed to accelerate your career and equip you for future leadership.

We want a Senior Associate who is technically strong, commercially minded and energised by challenging, high-stakes work.

About you

• Minimum 5+ years’ PQE gained in private practice
• Strong experience in litigation, regulatory matters, class actions and/or complex disputes
• Confidence running matters with appropriate autonomy
• Ability to mentor and supervise junior lawyers
• Excellent drafting, analytical and communication skills
• Strong client relationship and stakeholder management capability

The Person Who Will Thrive in This Role

• Dynamic, motivated and proactive
• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, high-performing environment
• A genuine team player who contributes respectfully and collaboratively
• Curious, commercially minded and solutions-focused
• Someone who takes ownership and is ready for the next step in their career trajectory

If you are a motivated and high-performing Senior Associate or a strong Associate ready to step up this is your opportunity to join a practice that thrives on complexity and delivers exceptional results.

Together, we can make business better. Apply now and be part of our future.