Job Description

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- Partnership role in Workplace Relations & Safety
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- National firm, premium client base & deep resources
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- Earnings potential beyond $1 million
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- Shape the future of a nationally recognised Workplace Relations practice:
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An exceptional opportunity exists for an accomplished Workplace Relations & Safety Partner to join an existing generalist Workplace & Employment Partner in a highly regarded national firm at a pivotal stage of its growth.

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Your practice is likely to also be general workplace and employment law, both advisory and contentious engagements across the full employment lifecycle, yet you will have a specialist skillset advising clients on some of their most significant workplace safety and regulatory risks, including:

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- Acting as the trusted adviser to organisations following workplace fatalities, serious incidents and regulatory investigations, managing immediate response strategies and engagement with regulators.
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- Leading complex workplace health and safety investigations, including evidence preservation, legal professional privilege, expert engagement, root cause analysis and remediation planning.
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- Advising major employers, developers and project proponents on WHS governance and risk management across large-scale infrastructure, construction, transport, energy and resources projects.
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- Advising on complex contractor engagement models, principal contractor obligations, supply chain risk, licensing and accreditation requirements.
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- Assisting clients to design, implement and continually enhance WHS governance frameworks,



safety management systems and compliance programs that align with operational and commercial objectives.
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- Representing clients in high-stakes regulatory investigations and enforcement proceedings, including matters involving workplace safety regulators, the Fair Work Ombudsman and other government agencies; as well as
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- Leading industrial relations strategy for major Commonwealth and State Government infrastructure, construction and capital projects.
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- Advising boards, executive leadership teams and project proponents on enterprise bargaining, workforce transformation, industrial strategy and stakeholder management.
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- Acting as a trusted adviser to government agencies, statutory authorities and major employers on industrial relations governance, workforce frameworks and the management of complex employment and industrial issues across large and diverse organisations.
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This appointment is suited to an established practitioner seeking a platform that offers greater strategic influence, enhanced collaboration, and the resources to further develop a sophisticated practice without compromising autonomy. You bring:

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- An established WHS practice supplemented by general employment law and industrial relations, with strong client relationships
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- A collaborative approach and a genuine interest in contributing to the growth of a national practice
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- Demonstrated leadership of high-performing legal teams and the ability to mentor emerging practitioners
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- Commercial acumen, sound judgement and the credibility to advise boards, executives and in-house counsel
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- A desire to join a firm where cross-practice collaboration generates meaningful opportunities for both you and your clients
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Why This Prospect:

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This is more than a lateral move, it is an opportunity to join a firm that is actively investing in the future of its Workplace Relations, Employment & Safety practice. The successful Partner will benefit from:

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- A respected national platform with an established and growing Workplace practice
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- Genuine cross-selling opportunities through strong referral relationships across Government, Corporate, Commercial Property, and Litigation
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- A cohesive and collaborative partnership that values entrepreneurship without internal competition
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- The autonomy to continue building your practice while being supported by experienced leadership and significant firm resources
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- Flexible working arrangements that recognise the demands of a successful practice
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- Premium CBD offices, market-leading technology and a culture that prioritises long-term success for both clients and partners
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📌 Workplace Relations & Safety Partner (Queensland)
🏢 Law Staff
📍 Queensland