The Opportunity

A leading national firm is seeking a Senior Associate or Special Counsel to join its Sydney-based Employment & Workplace Relations practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially astute employment lawyer who enjoys working closely with clients on strategic, complex, and often sensitive workplace matters.

You will play a key role in advising employers across the full employment lifecycle, partnering with clients to deliver pragmatic, business-focused advice while contributing to the continued growth of a high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities

- Advising on employment contracts, policies, and workplace frameworks

- Providing strategic advice on discrimination, termination, and workplace investigations

- Managing employment-related disputes and dispute resolution processes

- Advising on regulatory developments and compliance obligations

- Supporting clients through complex employment and industrial relations issues

- Collaborating closely with partners and mentoring junior lawyers

About You

This role will suit a lawyer who:





- Has 5+ years’ PQE in employment law within private practice

- Brings strong technical expertise with a commercial, client-first mindset

- Thrives in a fast-paced environment and manages deadlines effectively

- Communicates confidently with both internal and external stakeholders

- Takes a collaborative, positive, and proactive approach to their work

- Is motivated to contribute to team culture, mentoring, and long-term practice growth

Why Consider This Role

- High-quality employment and workplace relations work

- Direct client exposure and strategic advisory responsibilities

- Supportive, collaborative team setting

- Clear pathway for career progression at senior levels

If you are interested in any of the above roles, please email [email protected].

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