Senior Employment Lawyer - Industrial Relations

About the role

A national commercial law firm that operates on shared outcomes rather than timesheets is looking for a Senior Employment Lawyer. The role advises a mix of ad hoc and retainer clients across the whole employment lifecycle, with real autonomy and a senior voice in the team's direction. It is a permanent, full-time, hybrid position based in Sydney CBD; Melbourne-based candidates are also considered, and part-time can be discussed.

Key responsibilities

• Advise ad hoc and retainer clients across the full employment lifecycle: hiring, managing and firing.
• Handle complex and sensitive employment matters with confidence and minimal supervision.
• Build and manage your own client relationships and help win and retain new ones.
• Contribute to the direction of the team and the wider practice as a senior voice.

Required profile

• 6 to 10 years' PAE in employment and workplace relations law and a current Australian practising certificate.
• Strong technical foundation and confidence advising on complex matters.
• Business development mindset, with experience winning and retaining clients.
• Commercial approach: practical, strategic advice that fits the client's objectives.
• Strong client relationship skills and a proactive, ownership-driven approach.
• Collaborative style that adds to the team's culture and shared targets.

What we offer

• Salary in the range of $170K to $215K ex super.
• No timesheets and no individual targets: team goals replace internal competition.
• Hybrid, flexible working, with part-time open to discussion for the right candidate.
• Real autonomy within a collaborative structure, running your own client relationships without heavy supervision.
• A senior voice in the direction of the team and the wider practice.
• A culture built around outcomes rather than a traditional partnership hierarchy.