Unearth Your Potential @ Hicksons
Be Curious. Be Empowered. Be Inspired.
We recognise that diverse, innovative thinking builds on our business, strengthens our client serviceability and increases our people engagement.
We are committed to creating the next generation of leaders that are curious, empowered and inspired to reach their potential and flourish in their roles.
Our Graduate Program provides a collaborative, energetic and supportive environment where you can grow, develop and succeed. We will work with you to align the program to your career ambitions and interests, and support your progression pathway at Hicksons.
Hicksons has been recognised as an
Employer of Choice by
Australasian Lawyer,
Australian Business Awards, and also as a finalist in the
Business Hunter Awards. We pride ourselves on our commitment, continual support and investment in our people.
Hear From Our Graduates
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Program Overview
Our Graduate Program commences in March and runs over a 12-month period, where each Graduate will undertake a rotation across different practice groups, either in our Sydney or Newcastle office.
As part of the Graduate Program, you will be exposed to various commercial and practical tasks, that will allow you to build upon on your legal skills, enhance your technical knowledge and your professional development, while fostered by a supportive framework and culture.
Sydney Program
Tailored to your future career goals, we offer two specific Graduate streams, across our Insurance Litigation and Commercial practice groups.
Our Insurance Litigation focused Graduate Program runs over a 12-month period, where you have the choice to rotate through
2 of our 3 practice groups (
Workers Compensation,
Health and
General Insurance). On a
6-month rotation, you will be exposed to a range of insurance matters, across liability, workers compensation, health and sensitive claim matters, personal injury, recoveries, professional indemnity, and compulsory third party.
Our Commercial focused Graduate Program runs over a 12-month period, across
3 of our practice groups. You will rotate every 4 months
through our
Corporate Commercial,
Real Estate & Construction and
Commercial Litigation practice groups.
Newcastle Program
Our Newcastle Graduate Program runs over a 12-month period, across 3 of our practice groups on a 4-month rotation, including Workers Compensation, Commercial Litigation and Workplace Relations. You will have the opportunity to participate and contribute to group activities with direct access to Partners, senior lawyers and other team members.
For more details for the Graduate program, please see below.
Investment in You
Our Graduate Program offers You the opportunity to:
- enjoy a diverse range of experiences building on your learning, enhancing your technical knowledge and your personal development;
- a rotation program across our practice groups where You have the opportunity to participate and contribute to group activities, with direct access to both Partners and team members;
- a mentor to guide You through the program;
- a buddy to offer advice and guidance on daily aspects of working life;
- participate in the firm’s ‘Giving Back’ program, including pro-bono services, volunteer schemes and contribution to charity events.
- access to our innovative learning programs to broaden your legal and personal development;
- access to a flexible learning environment, combining both virtual and face-to-face activities; and
- people wellness programs offering access to relevant information, EAP services, firm sponsored sporting teams and social events.
About You
We are looking for candidates who:
- are passionate to develop and reach their potential;
- have a thirst to work in a fast-paced and diverse work environment;
- are service driven, looking for continuous improvement opportunities; and
- will bring energy and innovation into the role and into the firm.
To transition into our team, you will have completed your LLB (or equivalent); and be eligible to hold a current NSW Practising Certificate.
Hear from our Graduates
"Being part of the Graduate rotation program at Hicksons has been an extremely rewarding and positive experience. Hicksons places a lot of emphasis on collaboration and continuous learning, which has been instrumental in creating a strong foundation for my legal career. Beyond professional development, the supportive culture here at Hicksons has also fostered meaningful personal connections."
- Rachel Chong, 2024 Graduate
"What I value most about being a Graduate at Hicksons is being involved in rewarding work from day one. For me, this meant being exposed to a range of experiences, including attending mediations, drafting advice, and assisting solicitors with case law research. You’re trusted with real responsibility early on, which has proven invaluable to my professional development."
- Marco Masciotra, 2024 Graduate
Application Process
To be eligible for the Graduate Program, you must be a citizen or permanent resident of Australia or have the right to work in a full-time role in Australia.
Applicants must have completed their LLB (or equivalent) and be eligible to hold a current NSW Practising Certificate with less than 12 months post admission legal work experience.
All applications should include a cover letter as well as details of your work experience, extra-curricular activities, interests, and academic results.
For more information on our Graduate Program, please contact the People & Culture team at
[email protected].
Key Dates
Dates for 2025 Graduate Program are as below.
- Application open: Monday, 9 September 2024
- Application close: Sunday, 13 October 2024
- Offers made - week commencing: Monday, 4 November 2024
- Graduate program - start date: Monday, 3 March 2025
Are you ready to unearth your potential?
