About the Role

Business Law WA Pty Ltd (BLWA), is an incorporated legal practice and wholly owned subsidiary of the Chamber of Commerce Western Australia (CCIWA), committed to providing practical, strategic and proactive legal advice to businesses across WA.

The role will have you working within our Workplace Relations team, reporting to the Managing Associate, you will be providing expert workplace services to businesses and develop strong professional relationships with clients whilst mentoring our junior lawyers.

This is a full time, permanent position that will be based in the Perth CBD office.

Key responsibilities include:

- Handling complex issues and providing practical solutions to clients
- Achieve financial targets
- Strong client management skills
- Actively participating in business development activities including regularly attending networking functions and preparation of high-quality presentations
- Support, coach, and mentor junior team members in technical matters while fostering a supportive and respectful team environment
- Collaborating with CCIWA Business Units
- About You

We are looking for an experienced employment lawyer looking to grow their career. The right candidate will possess the ability to handle complex issues, provide practical solutions and have a collaborative mindset. Above all, you possess strong people skills and commercial acumen and the belief in supporting WA businesses.

To be successful in this role, you will also have:

- Tertiary qualification in Law and 5+ years post admission experience




- Strong knowledge of employment law and industrial relations, with demonstrated experience across areas including:
- enterprise agreements & bargaining strategies;
- providing representation in Courts and Tribunals;
- undertaking workplace investigations; and
- advising on general legal compliance, particularly under the Fair Work Act

- Experience in the preparation and interpretation of employment contractual documentation and advice
- Ability to accurately interpret legislation, regulation, and rules
- Previous experience supervising and reviewing work completed by junior lawyers
- Ability to work autonomously with a strong work ethic
- Excellent attention to detail, analytical skills and comprehensive knowledge
- Advanced communication skills, with a proven ability to form strong networks at all levels and build client bases
- Current practicing certificate
- Current Australian Drivers Licence and National Police Clearance

BLWA Culture and Benefits
At BLWA, we are high performing, diverse people who are talented, supportive, and inclusive. We will work with you to develop your career; ensure you feel supported and have the skills and capabilities you need to succeed at BLWA and in your whole career.





BLWA exists to support WA Businesses in legal compliance and assists CCIWA to achieve its purpose, which provides an ongoing benefit to WA Businesses.

We have a range of benefits to support our employees which includes:

- A variety of working and leave options, including a Flexible Working Policy, Paid Parental Leave and 3 day paid Rest and Relaxation leave between Christmas and New Year
- Excellent building facilities
- Access to free and confidential counselling for employees and their immediate family through our Employee Assistance Program
- Active Social Club and Charity Initiative

Find out more about our fantastic culture here https://cciwa.com/about-us/join-our-team/

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
CCIWA is proud to be an Inclusive Employer for 2025-26 with Diversity Council Australia.

We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

How to apply
For your application to be considered, you should include:

- A cover letter
- Current CV

Applications close COB Friday, 16th October 2026 and short-listing for this position will commence immediately. The vacancy may close earlier than stated should we shortlist a suitable candidate.

To apply, click on “Apply Now” icon on Seek or apply directly through our website https://cciwa.com/about-us/join-our-team/.

If you have any further questions, please contact the People Team at ••••@cciwa.com

📌 Senior Employment Lawyer (Perth)
🏢 CCIWA
📍 Perth