Employment, Workplace Investigations & WHS Lawyer

Gilshenan & Luton is one of Queensland's leading employment, regulatory, qualified discipline and litigation law firms. We act for employees, employers, government agencies, executives and professionals across a diverse range of industries.

Our Employment and Workplace team provides strategic advice and representation in employment law, workplace investigations, professional disciplinary proceedings, Work Health and Safety matters, administrative law disputes and coronial proceedings arising out of workplace matters.

As demand for our workplace and regulatory practices continues to grow, we are seeking a talented lawyer to join our award-winning team.

About the Role

We are looking for a lawyer with approximately 4-7 years PAE who is interested in developing a specialist practice in employment law, workplace investigations, WHS and professional disciplinary matters.

Working closely with experienced senior practitioners, including Director Melanie Morris, you will gain exposure to complex and rewarding matters involving:

General protections and adverse action disputes

Workplace bullying and sexual harassment matters

Discrimination and victimisation complaints

Professional misconduct and occupational disciplinary matters

Workplace investigations

Work Health and Safety advice and incident response

Regulatory investigations and enforcement action

Coronial inquests and inquiries arising out of workplace matters

Applicants with experience in employment law, litigation, administrative law, professional discipline, WHS, criminal law or regulatory law are encouraged to apply.

Candidate Requirements

Approximately 4-7 years post admission experience.





Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Strong legal research and drafting ability.

Confidence in managing client relationships.

Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively.

Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Current driver's licence.

A genuine interest in employment, workplace and regulatory law.

Key Responsibilities

Advising employees and employers on workplace rights and obligations.

Conducting and assisting with workplace investigations.

Managing unfair dismissal, general protections and discrimination matters.

Advising professionals responding to disciplinary allegations from regulatory bodies.

Appearing in the Fair Work Commission, Queensland Industrial Relations Commission and other courts and tribunals as appropriate.

Assisting clients with WHS incident response, investigations and enforcement action.

Drafting employment contracts, policies and workplace documentation.

Assisting with coronial, disciplinary and administrative law proceedings.

Building and maintaining strong client relationships through exceptional service.

Why Join Gilshenan & Luton?

Work alongside recognised leaders in employment and regulatory law.

Exposure to a broad and sophisticated range of workplace matters.

Structured mentoring and professional development.

Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience.

Collegiate and supportive workplace culture.

Genuine opportunities for career progression.

About You

The successful candidate will be intellectually curious, commercially aware and committed to delivering outstanding client service. They will enjoy advocacy, strategic problem-solving and working on matters that have a significant impact on clients' professional and personal lives.

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📌 Employment, Workplace Investigations & WHS Lawyer (Brisbane)
🏢 Gilshenan & Luton
📍 Brisbane