At a Glance
- Tasks: Represent small businesses in tribunal and commission work, making a real impact.
- Company: Irwell Law, part of Peninsula Group, focused on improving workplace relations.
- Benefits: Predictable hours, wellbeing initiatives, and structured career development.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with opportunities for internal promotions and community contributions.
- Why this job: Join a high-performance team dedicated to helping businesses solve real problems.
- Qualifications: 2+ years PQE in Employment and IR law with a passion for litigation.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
At Irwell Law, we’re more than just legal experts – we’re trusted advisors to businesses navigating the complexities of workplace relations. As we continually grow, we’re looking for driven and commercially minded Workplace Relation Lawyers with 2+ PQE to join our dynamic team. Irwell Law is powered by Peninsula Group.
As part of the Peninsula Group, Irwell Law is at the heart of a global movement to improve workplace relations. You’ll work with clients who have access to industry-leading support, documentation, and advice platforms like BrightHR & BrAInBox—giving you more time to focus on delivering legal outcomes.
This is an exciting career opportunity to join a high-performance business that is committed to being best in class. Our exceptional financial results, client retention, and strong sales growth come down to our exceptional people. We build better business, and this is THE best job in town!
You’ll work across a diverse client portfolio spanning industries such as healthcare, construction, retail, and professional services.
Who thrives here?
- Employment and IR lawyers with 2–5+ years’ PAE
- Advocates who love tribunal and commission work
- Legal professionals tired of long days
- Collaborators who thrive in high-performing, supportive teams
- People passionate about helping real businesses solve real problems
Why Join us:
- Clients That Make a Difference: You’ll represent small businesses—the backbone of our economy—across the Fair Work Commission, Federal Circuit Court, and other key jurisdictions. Every matter is a chance to make a real impact.
- Structured Career Development: Whether you aspire to be a senior litigator, team leader, or specialist advisor, our clear career pathways and mentorship programs will take you there. Internal promotions are the norm, not the exception.
- Work-Life Balance Isn’t a Perk—It’s a principle: Predictable hours, wellbeing initiatives, and a highly collaborative culture—you can do great legal work and have a life outside of it too.
- Social Impact and Community Contribution: From fundraising initiatives and volunteer leave to our internal wellbeing programs, we actively invest in our people and our community.
Whether you’re looking to step up in your career or seeking a more meaningful, people-first workplace culture, this is your chance to join a firm where HOW we work is just as important as WHAT we do.
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