Fast paced and dynamic team environment Great career development opportunities Leading international law firm Norton Rose Fulbright is a global legal practice. We provide the world’s pre-eminent corporations and financial institutions with a full business law service. We have more than 4000 lawyers based in over 58 offices across Europe, the United States, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa, the Middle East and Central Asia. Our Intellectual Property practice is recognised as one of the leading teams in Australia and demand for our services has created an opportunity for an Associate to contribute to the expansion of our team. Our Intellectual Property team provides market leading advice, and skilled handling of complex high-profile patent and other types of IP litigation. We are experienced in working with our global teams to provide a seamless global offering to our clients. Working alongside award winning Partner Jackie O’Brien this an opportunity to be involved in market leading IP litigation, in particular, patent litigation. You will have the opportunity to project manage large, complex IP litigation matters working alongside other vibrant and dynamic practitioners. To be considered for this role you must have; Requirements A minimum of 1 years PQE ideally gained within a reputable Patent litigation practice Experience and expertise with patent litigation and strong project management skills Strong time management & organisational skills with the capacity to manage multiple conflicting priorities simultaneously Excellent verbal and written communication skills including strong drafting skills Intellectual curiosity and a love of learning The successful candidate will need to be an energetic, driven and focused individual with exceptional academic achievements. At Norton Rose Fulbright, you will be rewarded with genuine career prospects and an excellent team environment renowned for its collaborative culture, passion for client service and professional development opportunities, all in a global context. In addition, the role offers fantastic personal and career development through our International Academy, an award-winning, internationally integrated career development programme that you will follow throughout your working life at the firm. The International Academy is designed to prepare you for each step in your legal career and is complimented by the excellent practical experience you will gain through working with our supportive partners who operate at the top of their field. Norton Rose Fulbright values diversity and strives to create an inclusive environment We are proud that Norton Rose Fulbright in Australia has been recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) as well as a gold tier employer for LGBTI Inclusion through the Australian Workplace Equality Index. In 2023 we were re-accredited as a Family Inclusive Workplace and always encourage people to discuss flexible and hybrid work options with us. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply. To apply online click the ’Apply’ button below. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process or if the application portal is inaccessible to you, please don’t hesitate to contact Yvette Borradale via (03) 8686 6003 or yvette.borradale@nortonrosefulbright.com for a confidential discussion. If you are trans or gender diverse and would like a confidential discussion before applying, please contact Yvette Borradale (03) 8686 6003 or Scott Baker (02) 9330 8578.