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Lead a Growing Practice. Build Your Career. Pathway to Equity.

Are you ready to lead a growing practice, build a high-performing team and accelerate your pathway to equity?

Roberts Crosbie Mortensen Lawyers is a thriving specialist Business & Litigation firm with a strong reputation in Commercial Litigation, Building & Construction Law, Corporate & Commercial Law, Workplace Law and Corporate Insolvency & Restructuring.

With more than 17 years of success in Newcastle and a growing Sydney presence, we are entering an exciting next phase of growth. We are seeking a commercially astute litigator with the capability and ambition to lead our Sydney Commercial Litigation practice.

This is a rare opportunity for a commercially minded litigator who wants more than another senior fee-earning role.

You may be ready to:

• lead a practice rather than wait years for the opportunity,
• step away from hierarchy, bureaucracy or slow progression,
• build a team and grow our client base,
• create a faster pathway to equity, and
• enjoy the upside of building something, with the backing of an established firm.

Why Join Us?

At Roberts Crosbie Mortensen Lawyers, we combine the quality of specialist practice with the agility of a growth-focused firm.

You will step into a leadership role with the support of an established brand, strong internal referral networks, proven systems and experienced colleagues behind you.

Our Solicitors are encouraged to build their expertise, grow their profile and work on complex, rewarding matters. We are proud of our commitment to Specialist Accreditation and professional development.

This is an opportunity to make a visible impact quickly and help shape the future of our Sydney office.

About The Role

This is not just another Senior Solicitor role. It is a leadership role.

You will lead our Commercial Litigation practice in Sydney, working closely with both our Managing Partner and our Head of Commercial Litigation (National).

You will:

• lead and grow the Sydney Commercial Litigation practice,
• solve problems, working on complex matters,
• develop and strengthen client and referrer relationships,
• drive business development and market profile in Sydney,
• mentor and develop Solicitors across the Sydney team,
• contribute to broader firm strategy and growth,
• help shape culture, standards and future capability in Sydney, and
• collaborate with other practice leaders across the firm.

Fee-earning expectations are calibrated to enable sustainable leadership success.

About You

This role is likely to suit you if you:

• have 8+ years PAE in a commercial litigation practice (with experience in building and construction law, corporate litigation, insolvency and professional negligence preferred),
• are an accomplished litigator ready for a true practice leadership role,
• are frustrated by limited progression, politics or bureaucracy,
• are already leading informally and ready for formal authority,
• are commercially minded and energised by growth,
• have strong client relationship skills, existing referral partners and business development capability,
• are an Accredited Specialist or interested in obtaining specialist accreditation,
• value high standards, collaboration and excellent client service, and
• are ambitious for equity and long-term influence.

What’s in It for You?

We value strong performance and invest in our people.  We offer:

• competitive annual salary,
• unique and generous individual fee earner commissions (paid monthly),
• annual salary reviews,
• clear pathway to equity,
• Specialist Accreditation bonus,
• annual CPD budget,
• comprehensive training (including leadership) and career development,
• inclusive reward and recognition programs, including monthly awards and quarterly cash prizes,
• birthday and volunteering leave,
• flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance,
• a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family, and
• a People First culture that focuses on high performance that is sustainable.

How To Apply

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and believe you would thrive in this opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the role.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities.

The Opportunity

Are you ready to lead and grow a Building & Construction practice, work on complex and rewarding matters, and accelerate your pathway to equity?

Roberts Crosbie Mortensen Lawyers is a thriving Business & Litigation law firm with a strong reputation in Commercial Litigation, Building & Construction Law, Corporate & Commercial Law, Workplace Law, and Insolvency & Restructuring.

With more than 17 years of success in Newcastle and a growing Sydney presence, we are entering an exciting next phase of growth. We are seeking a commercially astute Senior Construction Lawyer to lead the next stage of growth of our Building & Construction practice in either Sydney or Newcastle.

This is a rare opportunity for a commercially minded litigator who wants more than another senior fee-earning role.

You may be ready to:

• lead a practice rather than wait years for the opportunity,
• step away from hierarchy, bureaucracy or slow progression,
• build and mentor a capable team of your own,
• take responsibility for growing a client base,
• create a faster pathway to equity, and
• enjoy the upside of building something, with the backing of an established firm.

Why Join Us?

At Roberts Crosbie Mortensen Lawyers, we combine the quality of specialist practice with the agility of a growth-focused firm.

Our Building & Construction Law practice has deep expertise, recognised market credibility and strong foundations for growth. We have capable lawyers in place with genuine interest and experience in this area, supported by experienced management and administrative teams.

You will work closely with founder and Managing Partner, Sam Roberts, an Accredited Specialist in Commercial Litigation with a sub-specialty in Building & Construction Law, who has played a key role in building the firm’s reputation in this space having originally authored our Security of Payment Guide which is in its 7th edition. This Guide, along with our Home Builder’s Guide to Resolving Disputes in NCAT, continue to be strong marketing tools and excellent sources of business.

We have restructured and introduced more operational support to give Sam the capacity to help our Heads grow their practices, deliver excellent client outcomes and lead their teams sustainably.

About The Role

This is not just another Senior Solicitor role. It is a leadership role.

You will lead our Building & Construction Law practice in Sydney, working closely with firm leadership while remaining hands-on in complex matters and client relationships.

You will:

• lead and grow the Building & Construction Law practice,
• advise on commercial and residential construction matters,
• develop and strengthen client and referrer relationships,
• oversee Security of Payment claims, adjudications and disputes,
• manage litigation across NSW Courts and NCAT,
• drive business development and market profile,
• mentor and develop Solicitors within the team,
• contribute to broader firm strategy and growth,
• help shape culture, standards and future capability, and
• collaborate with other practice leaders across the firm.

Fee-earning expectations are calibrated to enable sustainable leadership success.

About You

This role is likely to suit you if you:

• have 8+ years PAE in Building & Construction Law and related disputes practice,
• are an accomplished litigator ready for a true practice leadership role,
• are already leading informally and ready for formal authority,
• are commercially minded and energised by growth,
• have strong client relationship skills, existing referral partners and business development capability,
• are an Accredited Specialist or interested in obtaining it,
• value high standards, collaboration and excellent client service, and
• are ambitious for equity and long-term influence.

What’s in It for You?

We value strong performance and invest in our people.  We offer:

• competitive annual salary,
• unique and generous individual fee earner commissions (paid monthly),
• annual salary reviews,
• clear pathway to equity,
• Specialist Accreditation bonus,
• annual CPD budget,
• comprehensive training (including leadership) and career development,
• inclusive reward and recognition programs, including monthly awards and quarterly cash prizes,
• birthday and volunteering leave,
• flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance,
• a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family, and
• a People First culture that focuses on high performance that is sustainable.

How To Apply

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and believe you would thrive in this opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the role.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities.

Shape the Workplace and Client Experience in a Growing Legal Services Group

At Roberts Legal Services Group, we are passionate about delivering an exceptional workplace experience. We want to create an environment that supports our people to do their best work and makes our clients feel valued and considered.

Our people deliver complex work under tight deadlines. They rely on a workplace that runs well, where the detail is taken care of and everyday hassles are resolved quickly. The way our offices operate, how our technology performs and how our environment feels all directly impact their ability to perform at a high level in a sustainable way.

We believe a strong and positive workplace experience shapes the employee experience, and that in turn influences the client experience. If the idea of lifting the workplace experience and making an impact everyday appeals to your sense of achievement, this could be the role for you.

You will take ownership of how our workplaces operate. From office coordination and reception standards through to technology setup and the many details that shape how our people and clients experience our environment. You will also provide administrative support to the leadership team.

At Roberts Legal Services Group, we operate two specialist law firms; Roberts Crosbie Mortensen Lawyers and Delaney Roberts Specialist Family Lawyers. With more than 50 employees across our Newcastle and Sydney offices we operate as one team with a People First culture and a commitment to sustainable growth. This is supported by operational efficiency and continuous improvement.

This role reports to the Operations Manager, who is responsible for operational strategy. Your focus will be ensuring office operations, workplace experience and technology run smoothly day to day, maintaining high standards and supporting practical improvements.

About the Role

• Oversee reception and maintain a high standard of client experience
• Keep the office organised, well-presented and running smoothly
• Manage facilities, suppliers, meeting rooms and workplace assets
• Support onboarding, offboarding and day-to-day administration (HRIS, leave, banking)
• Coordinate our meeting rhythm
• Provide administrative support to the leadership team
• Own workplace technology coordination — setup, troubleshooting and IT liaison
• Champion the use of technology to improve efficiency (phones, meeting rooms, workstations, Microsoft Office Suite etc)
• Resolve issues quickly to minimise disruption
• Coordinate team events and recognition initiatives
• Support practical improvements to the workplace and assist with operational projects
• Support both the Newcastle and Sydney offices (with travel to Sydney approx. once per month)

About You

You are organised, proactive and take ownership. You notice what needs attention and follow it through. You enjoy being the person others rely on. You get satisfaction from making things easier and keeping things running well. You are also an early adopter of technology and probably have tones of productivity tricks and hacks you can show us.

You will likely bring:

• Experience in office management or workplace coordination within a professional services environment (legal experience highly regarded)
• Experience in a mid-sized organisation where structure and standards matter
• Strong attention to detail and pride in presentation
• Confidence managing multiple priorities
• Strong communication and relationship skills
• A practical, tech-confident mindset (setup, troubleshooting, working with IT providers)
• Experience managing employee engagement activities general events with flair and creativity
• An interest in improving how teams use technology to improve their efficiency and productivity eg. AI, automation etc
• Advanced Microsoft Office suite skills – word, teams, excel and powerpoint (ideally you have a skill for design – simplifying presentations and making them more engaging).

What’s in it for You

• A role where your work has a direct and visible impact
• The opportunity to contribute ideas and support improvements
• A People First culture
• Amazing employee benefits, recognition and reward programs
• An opportunity to progress and expand your remit as the business grows
• The opportunity to work closely with a dynamic leadership team
• A business investing in growth, operations and technology

Our Recruitment Process

Shortlisted candidates will complete a brief AI interview. A small number of candidates (1–2) will be invited to attend an in-person interview as part of our final selection process.

How to Apply

Please submit your application, including a cover letter, explaining why you would be a strong fit for the role.