Director at Law Staff | Assisting lawyers achieve career greatness | 125+ Partner appointments to notable firms | Creating 32+ new Vertical…
Lead a high‑performing Employment & Workplace Relations practice at a nationally recognised law firm with premier clients, a genuine national platform, and earnings potential exceeding $1m. Flexible commencement available.
The Opportunity
* Senior executive contracts and bespoke employment agreements
* Post‑employment restraints: advice, enforcement and litigation strategy
* Unfair dismissal and general protections (Fair Work Act)
* Enterprise bargaining (EBA) and strategic industrial negotiations
* Industrial disputes, misconduct and disciplinary processes
* Investigations into bullying, harassment and discrimination
* WHS compliance, critical incident response and safety governance
About You
* 10+ years' PQE in employment law, industrial relations and/or WHS (top‑tier, leading mid‑tier, or specialist boutique)
* Strong market reputation with the capability to originate, grow and retain client work
* Confident team leader who delivers strategic, commercial outcomes and mentors high‑performing lawyers
What You'll Enjoy
* Collaborative national platform with recognised Employment & Workplace Relations peers and cross‑practice support
* Flexible working arrangements (including part‑time options)
* Comprehensive benefits, wellness programmes and corporate perks
Why Engage Law Staff
In a shifting legal market, firms that optimise profitability, partner alignment and culture are becoming magnets for lateral Partner moves.
With 38 years as specialist consultants to the legal profession, Law Staff has facilitated discreet Partner and team movements into specialist, mid‑tier and top‑tier law firms. We provide practical, data‑driven market intelligence on:
* Profitability by firm
* Partnership structures and equity distribution
* Growth strategies and cross‑practice alignment
* Lateral hire / transition history and expectations
* Culture, leadership styles and nuanced operating dynamics
Our senior advisors also work with Partners to craft tight, commercially relevant business plans – timed and structured to protect your interests.
Importantly:
* We will not approach any Board, Managing Partner or CEO until you have completed your own due diligence and provided written consent
* Absolute confidentiality is maintained at every stage
* References from placed Partners are available on request
We're happy to meet in a relaxed lounge‑style setting in Brisbane or via FaceTime/Zoom – whatever is most comfortable for an initial strictly confidential discussion.
For an uncompromisingly confidential conversation, contact:
Trudy Reading –
Craig Ashton‑Sward –
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