Legal Counsel - Litigation Practice Group

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence.    We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go.    Join EY and help to build a better working world.   Legal Counsel – Litigation Practice Group   The opportunity   As our legal counsel you’ll join the in-house legal team at EY in the General Counsel’s Office (GCO) to provide 18 months’ parental leave cover. This is an opportunity to work in a sophisticated in-house disputes team and to build relationships with experienced internal clients. Through a diverse range of legal work and exposure to the complex legal issues affecting a top four professional services firm, you will develop a bespoke set of legal skills.     This role is based in Warrang – Sydney.   Your key responsibilities

Managing and advising on a range of disputes and litigated matters Managing contentious investigations and enquiries by Australian regulators Briefing and instructing external solicitors, barristers and internal and external experts Attending mediations and settlement conferences Instructing and assisting in preparation for hearings Liaising with and reporting to a wide variety of stakeholders including EY’s executive, global GCO colleagues and insurers Responding to and advising on orders for document production Supporting senior litigation lawyers

Skills and attributes for success

Current Australian practising certificate 6+ years post admission experience Experience as an in-house lawyer, ideally with some top tier law private practice experience The ability to provide strategic commercial advice to stakeholders across the business Highly developed communication and negotiation skills Pragmatic problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively Ability to work autonomously and to escalate when required

Ideally, you’ll also have the skills and attributes below but don’t worry if you don’t tick all the boxes. We’re interested in your aptitude, attitude and willingness to learn.

Some experience in employment law and/or regulatory work. A flexible, proactive approach, and an optimistic outlook. The drive to be able to manage a wide variety of work with a growth mindset and positive approach.

What we offer you     At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. We’re proud to be recognised as the #1 WORK180 Endorsed Employer in the Top 101 Employers for Women 2026. Learn more .

Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences ey.com/au/careerdevelopment

Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy.

A comprehensive benefits package : From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including up to 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally www.ey.com/au/benefits

Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience.

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