Senior Associate or Special Counsel, Workplace and Safety – Brisbane
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At WK, we solve complex legal problems, challenge ourselves to innovate, and create impact for our people, clients, and communities. We're Asia Pacific's leading insurance and risk legal business, and due to growth, we're expanding our Financial Lines team. Our growth has been phenomenal. Why? At Wotton Kearney, we attract the best clients because we have the best people, delivering exceptional service to become industry leaders, building a thriving business driven by our shared values—Focus on the Main Game, Have Each Other's Back, and Be Real—so if you're looking for the best place to grow your career, talk to us.
The Role
As a Senior Associate in our Brisbane Workplace and Safety team, you'll work across the full range of workplace matters, advising and representing insurers, employers and organisations on high‐stakes, fast‐moving issues. Our national practice has expertise across all jurisdictions, with a strong focus on employment advice and representation in litigated claims. You'll be part of a team that is known for adapting to the ever‐changing landscape of employment relations and delivering practical solutions to complex problems, including through regular workplace training for clients.
What You'll Do
* Employment practices liability. Acting for local government councils in Queensland and private entities (including private schools and universities) in defending claims of sexual harassment, discrimination, unfair dismissal and general protections.
* Ombudsman Investigations. Acting for large labour hire employers and other entities in responding to Fair Work Ombudsman investigations.
* Work health and safety incident response, investigations and defending prosecutions across State and Territory jurisdictions
* Contractual disputes and strategic employment advisory work
* Disciplinary investigations, performance management, restructuring and other sensitive employment processes
What We're Looking For
* Senior Associate or Special Counsel with strong experience in workplace relations, employment litigation and/or work health and safety matters
* Strong legal research, drafting and analytical skills
* A collaborative approach and a commitment to excellence
* Confidence to take ownership of matters and drive them forward
* A desire to grow your career in a leading insurance and risk practice
Why Wotton Kearney
* Industry Leaders & Innovation Pioneers -We don't just keep up with change; we drive it. We were the first Australian law firm to launch Cicero, the country's first AI product built for legal professionals.
* Recognised Excellence -Ranked Australia's best insurance law firm (Best Lawyers 2026) and consistently ranked Band 1 across legal directories.
* FLEX for all -We care about client outcomes, quality, and business and cultural contributions. If you can make that work by working part‐time, working "irregular hours" or working from home - then so can we.
* Growth & Mentoring -We invest in you with hands‐on mentoring, training, and career development, keeping you ahead in the legal and insurance industries.
* A Culture That Sets Us Apart -Open, collegiate, and passionate about everything we do. We don't just talk about culture; we live it.
* Giving Back -From building homes in Cambodia to fun runs and bake sales, there are plenty of ways to make an impact beyond the office.
* Leaders of the Pack -As one of Australia's fastest-growing law firms, we know where we're headed and we want you on the journey with us.
* Putting People First -We offer generous parental leave up to 26 weeks, purchased annual leave, home office allowances, health and wellbeing benefits, education assistance and more.
How to apply
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We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace at Wotton Kearney. As part of our dedication to accessibility, we strive to support candidates with disabilities throughout the interview process. If you require any accommodations or assistance during the application and interview stages please contact us at join.us@wottonkearney.com
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