? Junior Employment Lawyer (2-5 PAE) - Brisbane?

Do work that actually matters. If you went into law to make a difference, not just push paper, this is worth your attention!

This is an opportunity to join a well-established national firm with a strong reputation in employment and industrial relations. You will work closely with a highly experienced Partner, who is an Accredited Specialist in this field. Gain exposure to a broad mix of litigation, advisory and human rights related matters.

This is not a purely advisory role. You will be involved in real disputes that impact people’s lives, acting across a mix of employee, union and institutional work.

You will develop strong advocacy skills early and build a well-rounded employment law practice.

The role will see you:

- Working across unfair dismissal, general protections, discrimination and industrial disputes
- Assisting on and running litigated matters in state and federal jurisdictions
- Drafting submissions, advice and court documents
- Engaging directly with clients and contributing to strategy
- Building your advocacy and litigation capability

We are looking for:

- 2-5 years PAE (newly admitted candidates with strong exposure also considered)
- Experience or a genuine interest in employment, IR or litigation
- Strong legal research,



drafting and analytical skills
- A proactive mindset with the confidence to take ownership of work
- Someone who wants to learn, develop and be involved

In return, you will receive:

- Direct mentoring and hands‑on training from an experienced Partner
- Clear progression opportunities within a national practice
- Exposure to meaningful, high‑impact work
- A supportive team environment that values development

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion regarding this role or to explore other career opportunities please contact:

Rachael Musgrave | Partner - Legal Qualified

Ref No: RM
Email:
Phone:

If you cannot contact Rachael, please reach out to her junior Consultant, Caroline Marley, at or on .

If this role doesn't suit you, reach out today for a confidential discussion regarding your career.

At Empire Group, we value diversity and are committed to equitable recruitment. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and other underrepresented groups to apply. Our focus is on creating fair, accessible, and culturally safe recruitment processes that genuinely reflect and respect the communities we serve.

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📌 Employment Lawyer - 3-4yrs PAE (Brisbane City)
🏢 empire group
📍 Brisbane City