Your new company
Our client is a national mid-tier law firm with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Chatswood, and Parramatta. They have over 200 lawyers nationally and are currently going through a major re-brand. They are looking to grow in multiple teams across the firm, including in their Employment team. Their dedicated Employment team, made up of 5 lawyers (1 Partner, 3 Associates, 1 Paralegal) provides strategic advice and hands-on support to both employers and employees, helping organisations build compliant, productive and harmonious workplaces.
The opportunity
We are seeking an Employment Lawyer with a minimum of 3 years' post-admission experience to join a high-performing team based in their Sydney office. You'll partner with senior practitioners to manage a varied caseload spanning both contentious and non-contentious matters, contribute to practice innovation, and help clients navigate the full spectrum of workplace law.
Core services
You will work across a broad range of employment law and HR advisory areas, including:
* Collective bargaining, enterprise agreements & awards
* Payroll compliance reviews & risk mitigation
* Tailored workplace training programs
* Bullying, harassment & discrimination investigations
* Work health & safety advisory & compliance
* HR policy development & procedural drafting
* Workplace investigations & dispute resolution
* Employment contract drafting, review & interpretation
Key responsibilities
* Provide clear, practical advice on employment contracts, policies and workplace procedures
* Conduct and oversee workplace investigations, advising on grievances, disciplinary actions and terminations
* Manage industrial relations issues, including negotiations and compliance under the Fair Work Act and related legislation
* Draft legal documents such as applications, affidavits, witness statements and pleadings for tribunal and court matters
* Represent clients in unfair dismissal, general protections, restraint and breach-of-contract disputes
* Identify emerging employment law risks and develop strategies to mitigate exposure
* Mentor junior lawyers and support continuous improvement in service delivery
What we're looking for
* At least 3 years' PQE in employment law, with experience advising both employer and employee clients
* Strong working knowledge of federal and state employment, anti-discrimination and work health & safety legislation
* Excellent research, analytical and drafting skills, with an ability to distil complex issues into actionable guidance
* Proven ability to manage client relationships and deliver high-quality work autonomously
* Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with a solutions-oriented mindset
* Prior experience supervising or mentoring junior team members is highly desirable
What's on offer?
* Flexible 35-hour work week with core hours and hybrid working options
* Competitive salary package commensurate with experience
* Structured mentoring program and ongoing professional development
* Supportive, inclusive culture with regular team training and social events