About the firm

Established in Adelaide in 2014, Eckermann Lawyers has grown considerably, developing a reputation for commitment and quality and providing a personalised service to our well‑respected clients across its property development, commercial and retail leasing, hospitality and licensing, litigation, employment and workplace advisory and wills and estates practice areas.

The role

Due to continued growth, we are seeking a motivated Lawyer (7-12+ PAE) to join our Employment and Workplace Advisory team in our Adelaide CBD office. Working alongside senior practitioners, you will manage a diverse portfolio of commercial matters, build strong client relationships, play a key role in mentoring junior lawyers and support the growth of the practice. You will advise clients across a broad range of workplace relations matters which includes, but is not limited to:

- advising employer clients on a broad range of employment law matters, including unfair dismissal, enterprise bargaining, general protections, award compliance and workers compensation;
- appearing in the Fair Work Commission, South Australia Employment Tribunal and other courts;
- working across a diverse mix of matters, primarily employment and workers compensation law, with exposure to contractual disputes and other commercial litigation; and




- drafting advice, preparing pleadings and correspondence, and managing your own files with autonomy.

Qualifications

- experience in employment law, litigation or workers compensation;
- strong drafting, research and analytical skills;
- confidence building relationships with clients and stakeholders;
- a commercial and pragmatic approach to problem solving;
- a proactive, client‑focused and solutions‑driven approach;
- strong attention to detail and organisational skills; and
- experience mentoring or supervising junior lawyers will be highly regarded.

Benefits

- regular team events, and recognition;
- health and well‑being initiatives;
- competitive remuneration package;
- an inclusive, positive, dynamic, and rewarding environment;
- training to support your professional development; and
- opportunities for career progression within a reputable law firm.

Eligibility and Equal Opportunity

All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and have a current admission to practice law in Australia at the time of application.

Contact

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact Vicki Woodroffe, Group People and Culture Manager: [email protected]

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