About this Role
Highly regarded Employment Practice with access to a diverse range of matters and clients
Flexible hybrid model (3:2) + generous leave policies, including paid parental leave
Transparent, merit-based progression — advance based on your contribution, not outdated hierarchy
Our client is one of Australia’s most prominent national law practices — a firm known for doing things differently. With a rapidly expanding footprint and a reputation for delivering first-class legal advice across all States and Territories, this organisation offers real scale, strong resources, and a refreshingly down-to-earth culture.
A fantastic opportunity exists for a talented Employment or Workplace Relations Lawyer to join a forward-thinking national practice with an impressive pipeline of high-quality work. You will work closely with recognised senior practitioners, gaining exposure to complex and varied matters across:
Industrial relations
Work health & safety
Workplace investigations
Unfair dismissal and other contentious matters
Enterprise bargaining
General employment advisory work connected to commercial transactions
The team is busy, growing, and highly collaborative. You’ll enjoy genuine work-life balance, opportunities to contribute to pro bono matters, and a clear, transparent pathway to progression.
You will ideally bring:
5+ years PAE in employment, workplace relations, industrial relations and/or safety
Experience running or stepping into running contentious and non-contentious matters
Strong understanding of employment and safety legislation
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail
For senior candidates: an interest in mentoring junior team members
A true meritocracy: progression based solely on capability and contribution
Structured career forecasting every 180 days to support accelerated growth
Low Solicitor-to-Partner ratios enabling real mentorship and client exposure
A premium Melbourne CBD office with state-of-the-art facilities
A friendly, down-to-earth culture with national recognition in the legal market
If you’re an experienced Employment or Workplace Relations Lawyer seeking genuine progression, high-quality work and a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion.