Senior Associate/Special Counsel – Employment
Location: Sydney, NSW
Employment Type: Full Time
We are partnering with a leading Australian law firm seeking a Senior Associate or Special Counsel to join its Employment practice in Sydney. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded employment lawyer to work on complex, high-quality matters for a diverse client base, within a collaborative and high-performing environment.
This firm is known for its pragmatic, strategic approach and long-term client relationships, advising corporates, funds, and private equity clients across a broad range of employment and workplace relations issues.
Why Join This Team?
- Competitive remuneration, flexible working arrangements, and wellbeing initiatives
- High-quality employment and workplace relations work across advisory and contentious matters
- Exposure to complex restructures, executive issues, and enterprise-level workplace matters
- Supportive, collegiate culture with strong mentoring and career development
- Opportunities for professional growth through structured learning and pro bono work
What You'll Be Doing
- Advise clients on employment agreements, workplace policies, and regulatory compliance
- Handle discrimination, harassment, and employee dispute matters
- Support clients through restructures, redundancies, and organisational change
- Assist with dispute resolution, including negotiations and formal proceedings
- Stay across legislative and regulatory developments impacting employment law
- Work closely with colleagues across teams on complex, multi-faceted matters
- Build and maintain strong client relationships through clear, commercial advice
About You
- Minimum 5 years' post‐qualification experience in private practice employment law
- Strong technical expertise with a commercial, client‐focused mindset
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to manage competing deadlines and perform well under pressure
- Collaborative, positive, and proactive approach to teamwork
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high‐quality outcomes
This is a compelling opportunity for an experienced employment lawyer looking to take the next step in their career within a firm that values collaboration, professional development, and long‐term growth.
For a confidential discussion, reach out to Mathilda Reyes on LinkedIn or email .
Alternatively, apply now with your CV and we'll be in touch.
