Australia
Lawyers who begin their careers with Jones Day in Australia work on demanding and complex matters and help find solutions for multinational clients confronting significant legal challenges.
Jones Day’s Australian lawyers advise on multi-jurisdictional mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, corporate governance, capital markets, intellectual property (including communications and technology transactions), labor and employment, and litigation and dispute resolution.
Lawyers who join Jones Day in Australia benefit from exposure to a broad range of domestic matters as well as those with global reach through our lawyers in more than 40 offices; a friendly and dynamic office environment, supported by the established resources of a large global law firm; and an opportunity to make tangible contributions from day one as new lawyers work directly with associates and partners.
Jones Day has been active in Queensland for a number of years, having acted for clients involved in major coal seam gas and coal projects in Queensland and represented clients involved in major disputes. The Brisbane Office, opened in 2016, focuses on M&A, projects and infrastructure, and project-related disputes.
Our Brisbane lawyers work closely, every day, with lawyers in other Jones Day offices in Australia and around the world to ensure that we bring to bear the best resources of the Firm for our clients.
Recruiting Contacts:
John Cooper, Hiring Partner
Catherine Davies, Recruiting Manager
Level 31
Riverside Centre
123 Eagle St
Brisbane City QLD 4000
(P) + 61.7.3085.7000
(F) + 61.7.3085.7099
Applications for summer clerks, graduates and experienced lawyer positions should be submitted through our application site. We do not accept applications sent via email.
Jones Day opened the Melbourne Office, its fourth office in Australia, in 2018 in response to Australia's growing role in the global economy, the importance of Melbourne as a center for corporate Australia, and the Firm's commitment to the country. Presence in Melbourne enhances the Firm's ability to serve clients in Australia's industrial capital, provide them with better risk assessment on global investments, and more efficiently and effectively resolve their disputes as they arise.
The Melbourne Office focuses on M&A, energy, IP, restructuring, and disputes, with an emphasis on the financial services, energy, mining, infrastructure, and pharmaceutical sectors. Our Melbourne lawyers work closely, every day, with lawyers in other Jones Day offices in Australia and around the world to ensure that we bring to bear the best resources of the Firm for our clients.
Recruiting Contacts:
Daniel Moloney, Hiring Partner
Catherine Davies, Recruiting Manager
Level 48
Rialto Towers
525 Collins St
Melbourne, VIC 3000
(P) + 61.3.9101.6800
(F) + 61.3.9101.6899
Applications for summer clerks, graduates and experienced lawyer positions should be submitted through our application site. We do not accept applications sent via email.
Jones Day's Perth Office focuses primarily on projects and project-related disputes, with an emphasis on the energy sector.
We place great emphasis on building and nurturing relationships with Jones Day offices throughout the Firm. On a local level, Perth lawyers work closely with counterparts in Brisbane and Sydney, and on a global level, they collaborate closely with colleagues at other Jones Day offices to ensure that our clients benefit from the innovative approaches a truly integrated global firm can provide.
Recruiting Contacts:
Adam Salter, Partner-in-Charge
Catherine Davies, Recruiting Manager
Jones Day, Central Park
51/152-158 St Georges Terrace
Perth WA 6000
(T) +61.8.6214.5700
Applications for summer clerks, graduates and experienced lawyer positions should be submitted through our application site. We do not accept applications sent via email.
Jones Day's Sydney Office provides legal services to both Australian and global corporate clients.
Our lawyers – including lawyers new to the Firm – work on complex domestic issues for predominantly ASX top 100 clients, and for Fortune 500 or equivalent clients in the United States, Europe, and Asia. Our practices include Antitrust & Competition Law, Energy, Global Disputes, Intellectual Property, Labor & Employment, Mergers and Acquisitions, Private Equity, and Projects and Infrastructure.
Recruiting Contacts:
Chris Ahern, Partner-in-Charge
Catherine Davies, Recruiting Manager
Jones Day
Aurora Place Level 41
88 Phillip Street
Sydney, NSW 2000, Australia
(T) +61.2.8272.0500
Applications for summer clerks, graduates and experienced lawyer positions should be submitted through our application site. We do not accept applications sent via email.
Jones Day offers experienced lawyers a superior platform from which to develop their practices. Our global footprint attracts lawyers who seek a more cross-office, cross-practice, client-focused and team-oriented environment in which to practice. Our collaborative, global approach attracts lawyers searching for a more cross-office, cross-practice, client-focused, and team-oriented environment in which to practice.
Lawyers joining Jones Day have the opportunity to be part of a firm that has repeatedly earned high rankings for client service by the BTI Consulting Group, which bases its rankings on survey results from Fortune 1000 corporate counsel. We are proud of our unwavering commitment to client service, and expect all of our lawyers to share our dedication.
Depending on the specific needs of our offices and practices, we hire accomplished attorneys at various levels of experience. We always welcome inquiries from lawyers who share our commitment to providing outstanding client service.
Learn more about training, development and associate life.
The Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane Offices take part in the NSW Graduate Scheme, the Queensland Graduate Program and the LIV Traineeship Program.
Sydney
Applications open on 28 February 2022
Applications close at 5pm on 10 April 2022
Brisbane
Applications open on 15 August 2022
Applications close at 9am on 26 August 2022
Melbourne
Applications open on 11 August 2022
Applications close at 11:59 pm on 24 August 2022
Perth
We recruit on a rolling basis in Perth and advertise opportunities through the leading universities. To apply, send your cover letter, CV and academic transcript to PerthRecruiting@jonesday.com
About our program
From the outset, graduates in the Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney offices have the opportunity to work closely with associates and partners across several practices and offices. To ensure that graduates experience a variety of work assignments, they are encouraged to introduce themselves to lawyers. The Australia offices recruit graduates in addition to our summer clerks who continue as graduates in the Firm. New lawyers attend the New Lawyer Academy, an annual event held in Washington, DC. Each fall, new lawyers assemble from our more than 40 offices around the world to meet and network with each other and learn what it means to be One Firm Worldwide. Our Firm leaders, partners, and associates teach the new lawyers about Jones Day's culture, history, organization, and achievements and lead substantive and interactive training sessions. Every year, our new lawyers take away from the Academy a sense of great pride and excitement about being part of the Firm. Graduates joining Jones Day Australia have their Practical Legal Training (PLT) course fees paid by the Firm, and PLT costs are reimbursed for those lawyers who complete PLT outside of their degrees. We are flexible as to whether PLT is completed onsite or offsite, full time prior to commencing with us, or part time while working as a graduate.
Any questions regarding the Graduate program can be directed to Catherine Davies - catherinedavies@jonesday.com
Jones Day seeks to employ the most qualified people for every position in the Firm, continually delivering superior client service through professional excellence and teamwork. We offer competitive compensation and benefits in a stimulating work environment. When a position opens, it will appear, below, along with a link to an email to which you can attach your resume and a cover letter.
We do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters and are not responsible for fees from recruiters or other agencies except under specific written agreement with Jones Day. We also do not accept or retain resumes that do not relate to a specific, open position or resumes of individuals who do not meet the stated minimum qualifications for the position which has been posted.
Current Opportunities:
MELBOURNE Legal Secretary
Summary of Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
This role will support Partners and Associates across a range of practices and will also play a key role in supporting the Partner in Charge. Responsibilities include: Handling phone enquiries; client liaison; diary and email management; assisting with monthly bills including corrections to rates and client details and preparing the invoice cover letter; incoming and outgoing mail; maintenance of matter files including opening and closing new matters and undertaking conflicts checks; maintaining client contacts; creating, editing and managing documents (including document compare and track changes); assisting with note taking during client calls, writing up file notes; entering time records; arranging travel bookings; preparation of court documents and briefs to counsel when required; general administrative duties including copying, scanning and faxing; e-filing, hard copy filing and loose-leaf filing; assisting with reception cover and general office duties from time to time; cover for other Legal Secretaries in the Melbourne office as required (e.g, sick and annual leave cover)
Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. or 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (including one hour for lunch)
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of three years’ relevant private practice legal secretarial experience (in litigation would be advantageous).
- Advanced Microsoft Office and typing skills.
- Advanced organisational skills; strong attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritise effectively to manage a busy workload and meet deadlines; adaptable to change.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Well-honed client service skills with an ability to anticipate team member and client needs.
- Flexibility to work reasonable overtime as required.
- Demonstrated initiative and a willingness to assist beyond their immediate role.
ONLY RESUMES (C.V.s) IN .PDF FORMAT WILL BE ACCEPTED AND REVIEWED Principals only - No search firms.
To be considered, please send a cover letter and resume to Catherine Davies catherinedavies@jonesday.com
SYDNEY Legal Secretary, Competition and Litigation
Summary of Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
This role will support Partners and Associates who practice in Litigation and Competition, however the practice areas this role assists may change from time to time to support the needs of the Firm. Responsibilities include: Handling phone enquiries; client liaison; diary and email management; assisting with monthly bills including corrections to rates and client details and preparing the invoice cover letter; incoming and outgoing mail; maintenance of matter files including opening and closing new matters and undertaking conflicts checks; maintaining client contacts; creating, editing and managing documents (including document compare and track changes); assisting with note taking during client calls, writing up file notes; entering time records; arranging travel bookings; preparing of court documents and briefs to counsel when required; general administrative duties including copying, scanning and faxing; e-filing, hard copy filing and loose-leaf filing; assisting with reception cover and general office duties from time to time; and covering for other Legal Secretaries in the Sydney office as required (e.g. sick and annual leave cover).
Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. or 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (including one hour for lunch)
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of three years’ relevant private practice legal secretarial experience (in litigation would be advantageous).
- Advanced Microsoft Office and typing skills.
- Advanced organisational skills; strong attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritise effectively to manage a busy workload and meet deadlines.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Well-honed client service skills with an ability to anticipate team member and client needs.
- Flexibility to work reasonable overtime as required.
- Demonstrated initiative and a willingness to assist beyond their immediate role.
ONLY RESUMES (C.V.s) IN .PDF FORMAT WILL BE ACCEPTED AND REVIEWED Principals only - No search firms.
To be considered, please send a cover letter and resume to Catherine Davies catherinedavies@jonesday.com
SYDNEY Legal Secretary, Corporate and Transactional
Summary of Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
This role will initially support fee earners from the Corporate and Transactional practices, however the practice areas this role assists may change from time to time to support the needs of the Firm. Responsibilities include: Handling phone enquiries; client liaison; diary and email management; assisting with monthly bills including corrections to rates and client details and preparing the invoice cover letter; incoming and outgoing mail; maintenance of matter files including opening and closing new matters and undertaking conflicts checks; maintaining client contacts; creating, editing and managing documents (including document compare and track changes); entering time records; arranging travel bookings; general administrative duties including copying, scanning and faxing; e-filing, hard copy filing and loose-leaf filing; assisting with reception cover and general office duties from time to time; cover for other Legal Secretaries in the Sydney office as required (e.g. sick and annual leave cover)
Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. or 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. (including one hour for lunch)
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of three years’ relevant private practice experience.
- Prior experience with private practice.
- Advanced Microsoft Office and typing skills.
- Advanced organisational skills; strong attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritise effectively to manage a busy workload and meet deadlines.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Well-honed client service skills with an ability to anticipate team member and client needs.
- Flexibility to work reasonable overtime as required.
- Demonstrated initiative and a willingness to assist beyond their immediate role.
ONLY RESUMES (C.V.s) IN .PDF FORMAT WILL BE ACCEPTED AND REVIEWED Principals only - No search firms.
To be considered, please send a cover letter and resume to Catherine Davies catherinedavies@jonesday.com
The Jones Day offices in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane take part in the NSW Summer Clerkship Scheme and LIV Seasonal Clerkship Programs.
Sydney
Applications open on 6 June 2022
Applications close at 11:59 pm on 10 July 2022
Click here to apply.
Melbourne
Applications open on 4 July 2022
Applications close 11.59 pm on 14 August 2022
Perth
We recruit on a rolling basis in Perth and Brisbane and advertise opportunities through the leading universities in each state. To apply, send your cover letter, CV and academic transcript to PerthRecruiting@jonesday.com or Brisbanerecruiting@jonesday.com
About our programs
Summer Clerks spend 9 weeks (Sydney) and 4 weeks (Melbourne) developing their legal and commercial skills. Summer Clerks enjoy the benefits of our non-rotational training system, providing the opportunity to work across various practices. Summer Clerks work with graduates, associates and partners, engaging in a wide variety of tasks including drafting transactional documents, conducting research, attending court hearings, writing opinions, and learning about the mechanics of closing a deal. Clerks have the benefit of training sessions and seminars that provide insight into the mechanics of legal practice, as well as the substantive legal work that we do at Jones Day. Mentors and supervising partners are assigned to summer clerks to guide them through their clerkships and assist with their career development.
Any questions regarding the Clerkship programs can be directed to Catherine Davies - catherinedavies@jonesday.com