Job Description
Senior Associate/Special Counsel – Employment
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Location: Sydney, NSW
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Employment Type: Full Time
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We are partnering with a leading Australian law firm seeking a Senior Associate or Special Counsel to join its Employment practice in Sydney. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded employment lawyer to work on complex, high-quality matters for a diverse client base, within a collaborative and high-performing environment.
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This firm is known for its pragmatic, strategic approach and long-term client relationships, advising corporates, funds, and private equity clients across a broad range of employment and workplace relations issues.
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Why Join This Team?
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- Competitive remuneration, flexible working arrangements, and wellbeing initiatives
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- High-quality employment and workplace relations work across advisory and contentious matters
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- Exposure to complex restructures, executive issues, and enterprise-level workplace matters
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- Supportive, collegiate culture with strong mentoring and career development
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- Opportunities for professional growth through structured learning and pro bono work
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What You'll Be Doing
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- Advise clients on employment agreements, workplace policies, and regulatory compliance
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- Handle discrimination, harassment, and employee dispute matters
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- Support clients through restructures, redundancies, and organisational change
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- Assist with dispute resolution, including negotiations and formal proceedings
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- Stay across legislative and regulatory developments impacting employment law
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- Work closely with colleagues across teams on complex, multi-faceted matters
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- Build and maintain strong client relationships through clear, commercial advice
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About You
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- Minimum 5 years' post‐qualification experience in private practice employment law
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- Robust technical expertise with a commercial, client‐focused mindset
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- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
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- Ability to manage competing deadlines and perform well under pressure
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- Collaborative, positive, and proactive approach to teamwork
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- Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high‐quality outcomes
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This is a compelling opportunity for an experienced employment lawyer looking to take the next step in their career within a firm that values collaboration, professional development, and long‐term growth.
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For a confidential discussion, reach out to Mathilda Reyes on LinkedIn or email
[email protected].
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Alternatively, apply now with your CV and we'll be in touch.
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📌 Senior Associate/Special Counsel - Employment (New South Wales)
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📍 New South Wales