JOIN OUR TEAM
Southern Waters Legal has multiple offices across Sydney, including Cronulla, Sydney CBD, and Menai. Our team is enthusiastic, energetic, and excellent at what we do. Not only do we provide expert legal advice, but we also offer an empathetic and highly personalised service.
We are always on the lookout for new talent, so if you would like to join our team, please email your resume to: careers@southernwaters.com.au.
CURRENT OPPORTUNITIES:
Intermediate/Senior Solicitor – Family Law (Cronulla)
The Role
Our award-winning Cronulla beachside office is seeking a passionate and energetic full-time Solicitor to join our dynamic legal team. This role offers the successful candidate excellent exposure to high-quality family law matters, along with ongoing support and mentorship from our experienced team.
The role will involve applying excellent technical expertise and client-focused skills across a range of family law matters, including:
- Parenting arrangements
- Property settlements
- Divorce matters
- Child support
- Asset protection
- Binding financial agreements
Mediations and court appearances
Selection Criteria
- Relevant experience providing high-quality legal advice in Family Law
- Display initiative and enthusiasm
- Confident and professional manner
- Ability to work around tight deadlines
- Excellent communication and organisation skills
- Attention to detail
- Positive attitude
Benefits and Culture
- A supportive, team-focused, and value-driven culture
- Opportunities for growth and career progression
- Regular social events
- Beachside location in Cronulla
- Modern office space with leading-edge technology supported by IT
- Access to on-site gym and pool
- Flexible working arrangements
- Birthday leave
- Convenient public transport and parking options nearby
Our Values
We live and work by our values, which underpin our successful culture:
- Integrity
- Excellence
- Empathy
- Can-Do Attitude
- Communication & Teamwork
To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume to careers@southernwaters.com.au. Only successful candidates will be contacted.
Intermediate/Senior Solicitor– Estate Planning
The Role
Our busy legal team is seeking a passionate and energetic full-time Solicitor. Opportunities are available at both our Sydney CBD office and our beachside Cronulla location.
The role involves applying excellent technical expertise and client-focused skills across a range of estate planning matters, including:
- Asset protection
- Wills and complex estate planning, including testamentary trusts
- Incapacity planning
- Succession planning for companies and trusts
- Probate and estate administration
- Estate litigation disputes
- Superannuation
Selection Criteria
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in estate planning or related areas
- Demonstrated initiative, enthusiasm, and strong problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to collaborate within a team while working autonomously
- Hardworking and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
- Alignment with our shared values
Benefits and Culture
At Southern Waters Legal, we are committed to remaining at the forefront of technology while fostering a supportive and flexible workplace. Our management team fosters an environment where staff can thrive, providing a professional setting that prioritises growth, development, and success.
- Supportive, team-focused, and value-driven culture
- Opportunities for growth and career progression
- Regular social events
- Choice of beachside Cronulla or central Sydney CBD location
- Modern office space with leading technology and IT support
- Flexible working arrangements
- Birthday leave
- Convenient public transport and parking options
Our Values
We live and work by our values, which underpin our successful culture:
- Integrity
- Excellence
- Empathy
- Can-Do Attitude
- Communication & Teamwork
To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume to careers@southernwaters.com.au. Only successful candidates will be contacted.
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