Prosecutor or government lawyer ready for private practice? Join a respected Brisbane employment team on meaningful, specialist work.
A well-regarded national law firm is looking for an Associate or Senior Associate to join its Brisbane Employment team. They're after someone with a background in public prosecutions to work on sensitive, high-stakes matters for a long-standing institutional client.
If you've been thinking about moving from government into private practice, this is a rare chance to do it with your experience front and centre.
About the role
Advising on sensitive matters involving staff conduct in education settings, including where criminal issues arise
Working alongside the employment team on investigations, safety and broader employment matters
Building robust,
trusted relationships with a key client
Working closely with partners, with genuine responsibility from day one
About you
3-8 years' PAE
A background in public prosecutions or a related government legal role
Calm, sound judgement and a real sensitivity for difficult matters
Employment or workplace safety experience
What's on offer
A competitive salary, benchmarked to your experience
Achievable billable targets and a firm that genuinely supports balance
Support and mentoring as you build your private practice career
Health insurance, paid gym membership and a friendly, social team