Junior Employment Lawyer. 1–3 Years in Sydney

Our client is seeking a junior Employment Lawyer to join its growing Employment practice in Sydney. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside market-leading employment law specialists, gain exposure to high-quality matters, and become part of a collaborative team during an exciting period of growth.

The role will suit a lawyer with at least 12 months' legal experience, ideally 1–3 years' post-admission experience, together with a strong interest in employment law and good academic results.

Experience gained in private practice, in-house, or as an Associate at the Commission will all be considered.

This is a broad and varied employment law role offering exposure to both advisory and litigation work across a diverse client base.

You will work with global, multinational and local clients on a wide range of matters, including:

• workforce conduct issues, internal investigations and implementation of recommendations;
• compliance with local laws and regulations, including liaising with correspondent firms across the region;
• start-up employment infrastructure, corporate governance and senior executive incentive schemes;
• large-scale restructuring exercises, employee communications and drafting related documentation;
• recruitment, sponsorship, remuneration and benefits, grievances, disciplinary matters and terminations;
• employment issues arising from transactions, including due diligence, drafting warranties and indemnities, and employee transfers;
• drafting and amending contracts, handbooks, policies and procedures; and
• complex employment disputes, settlement negotiations and settlement agreements;