This is a standout opportunity for a junior employment lawyer who wants strong work, close mentoring and a genuine future.
You will join a boutique Sydney employment law practice acting for individuals across unfair dismissal, general protections, adverse action, discrimination and contract-related disputes.
Why you'll love it here
Do meaningful applicant-side work with real client impact
Learn directly from a principal with major law firm training
Join a smaller, agile practice with high-quality standards
Build direct client relationships early in your career
Develop advocacy exposure as your experience grows
Be part of a long-term growth plan, with partnership aspirations welcomed
Secure a strong $120K-$150K package for a 1-3 year PAE role
About the role
You will work closely with the principal across a busy and growing applicant-side employment law practice, supporting employees, executives and individuals through Fair Work, anti-discrimination and contractual disputes.
Advise employees and executives on unfair dismissal, general protections and adverse action claims
Draft correspondence,



submissions and court documents for Fair Work Commission and Federal Court proceedings
Assist with anti-discrimination matters and workplace investigationsReview and advise on employment contracts, restraint clauses and redundancy entitlements
Appear in conferences and directions hearings as your experience develops
Build direct client relationships with individuals navigating difficult career moments
What you'll bring
1-3 years PAE in employment law
Some applicant-side work preferred, but not essential
Genuine interest in employment law and a long-term commitment to the area
Strong drafting and communication skills
Ambition to build towards partnership, not simply stay comfortable
Current NSW practising certificate in valuable standing
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Additional information
$120K-$150K package, negotiable depending on experience
Applicant-side employment law acting for employees, executives and individuals
Direct principal mentoring, quality matters and genuine partnership potential
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📌 Employment Lawyer | 1-3 Pae | Sydney Cbd
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