Current Opportunities

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Associate to join our Financial Services & Fintech team in our Sydney office. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting edge matters involving blockchain technology, digital assets and emerging technologies. You will play a pivotal role in advising clients on complex legal issues, managing high stakes disputes and contributing to the growth of our practice. 

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal advice on financial services regulation, AML/CTF, sanctions and privacy with a focus on fintech and blockchain related matters.
• Manage complex client projects involving market entry, licensing, disclosure and design and distribution obligations and disputes.
• Proactively develop and manage client relationships, including assistance in scoping matters, agreeing fee estimates and risk management.
• Develop internal networks and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive legal solutions to clients.
• Contribute to business development initiatives and thought leadership in the fintech and blockchain space.
• Mentor and supervise junior lawyers, fostering their professional growth.

About You

• Admitted as a Solicitor in Australia with a minimum of 6 years' post-qualification experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial services law, fintech and blockchain technology (in house or private practice).
• Proven experience in managing complex projects, investigations and disputes.
• Strong analytical, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

If you are passionate about fintech, blockchain, and dispute resolution, and are looking to advance your career in a leading law firm, we would love to hear from you.

About us

Piper Alderman is a premier commercial law firm with offices in Sydney, Brisbane, Darwin, Adelaide, Perth and Melbourne. We work with clients across Australia and internationally to achieve practical commercial outcomes, innovation in service delivery and deep engagement across multiple industries.

Piper Alderman prides itself on being a collaborative law firm where high achieving ambitious team members can succeed in achieving their career goals whilst performing challenging and rewarding tasks.

At Piper Alderman we promote a culture of excellence, collaboration and teamwork. We recognise and support individuals and invest in their continued professional development.

Our perks

We have a variety of employee benefits aimed at supporting our people including, but not limited to:

• A variety of health and wellbeing initiatives including our Thrive@PiperAlderman Wellbeing Program.
• Learning and development opportunities to support career growth including generous study support options.
• An attractive Parental Leave policy offering up to 26 weeks paid leave.
• Automatic acceptance into the group Salary Continuance insurance plan.
• Purchased annual leave options.
• A range of fun office and team events all year round so we make sure we are connecting socially as often as possible!
• A range of corporate discounts.
• Employee-led Diversity & Inclusion and Reconciliation Committees and the opportunity to participate in pro-bono work.

Apply today

Piper Alderman is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We aim to attract and retain the best people and provide an environment where those people can be their authentic selves. We value diversity of thought and experience and aim to ensure all our people are valued and respected.  People from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Please submit an application by clicking the relevant link in this job advertisement. Please note, no applications will be accepted directly via email.

For a confidential discussion, or any questions, please contact Charles Nicholas, Talent Acquisition Consultant on cnicholas@piperalderman.com.au