Gilchrist Connell is a leading national law firm operating across all Australian jurisdictions from its five offices in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth. In recognition of our excellence in the insurance sector, Australasian Lawyer named Gilchrist Connell as the 2023 Insurance Specialist Firm of the Year.
We believe that partnering with sophisticated clients on high quality work and enjoying a rewarding personal life should not be mutually exclusive.
In 2024, for the fifth consecutive year, Gilchrist Connell is one of only 31 firms recognised as an Australasian Lawyer Employer of Choice. Certified as a Family Friendly Workplace and Great Place to Work, we adhere to best practice in supporting employees to meet their work, family and wellbeing needs.
The firm has a genuinely positive work culture, built on transparency in feedback, supportive flexible working practices, leading employee support programs and benefits.
Why the role?
As a growing firm, we are looking for talented and ambitious professionals to join our team. With a dynamic and collaborative workplace culture, our firm offers excellent career opportunities and a supportive environment for professional development. Currently we are seeking a 1-2 PAE Workplace Lawyer to support the work of our Adelaide team. In this role you will be exposed to a variety of workplace matters and assist with insurance matters.
Job Description
Who are you?
* Around 1-2 years post admission experience.
* Experience in workplace relations and employment law.
* You have the confidence, initiative, and ambition to pursue a career in employment law and have exposure to insurance law.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills that are adaptable to the audience.
* Self-motivated and able to work at pace.
* Ability to manage multiple deadlines and stakeholders without compromising attention to detail.
* A team player who can collaborate on work and someone who is looking for coaching, mentoring and self-development.
* Practical and client focused in solving problems.
What do we offer you?
* A culture built by real people committed to each other and their clients' success! Our firm has a collegiate buzz and is growing in response to client demand.
* Access to an experienced team of lawyers at different levels who are dedicated to helping you learn and grow in your role and to provide support while you do so.
* Flexibility to manage your time. Be efficient, get your work done, and go enjoy your personal life.
* Responsibility for and meaning in your work.
* A truly diverse and inclusive workplace where all our people can flourish and fulfil their highest potential, for the benefit of our people, the firm, and our clients.
* Community mindset. We recognise our role as a corporate citizen and invest in a standalone pro bono practice and community response.
* Access to professional development opportunities with leading external providers.
* A competitive salary with discretionary incentives linked to firm performance.
* Group Salary Continuance (GSC) at the firm's cost.
* Market leading family friendly policy entitlements over and above government entitlements.
* Comprehensive wellbeing support services through our EAP provider and Osara Health which is available to you and your family.
* Access to corporate discounts for over 400 retailers.
Desired Skills and Experience
Candidates can request reasonable adjustments for any part of the recruitment process. If you need any specific adjustment, please contact our People team so we can work together to support you.
We encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to First Nations, LGBTIQA+, persons with disabilities, as well as individuals of all ages, and cultures. We're a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace and celebrate the diversity of our people.
If this opportunity sounds of interest, please talk to our People Assistant, Jessica Lloyd on 2 about joining Gilchrist Connell. Alternatively, hit the apply button to submit your CV and cover letter.