Location: Sydney, NSW
Employment Type: Full Time
Join a Market-Leading Employment Law Team
We’re partnering with a leading national firm to recruit a Senior Associate with strong experience in Employment, Industrial Relations, and Workplace Safety.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded team that advises some of Australia’s largest public companies, major financial institutions, and global brands on complex workplace matters. You’ll play a key role in delivering high-level legal advice,
managing significant cases, and mentoring junior lawyers in a collaborative and growth-focused environment.
Why join this team?
· Work with a top-tier client base across major corporate and financial sectors
· Exposure to complex, high-profile advisory and litigation matters
· Opportunity to lead and supervise junior lawyers within a supportive structure
· Clear career pathways with ongoing leadership and business development opportunities
· Collaborative culture that values innovation, integrity, and inclusion
· Competitive remuneration package with access to firmwide wellbeing programs and professional benefits
What you’ll be doing:
· Advising major employers on complex workplace issues, including executive employment, investigations, and incentive arrangements
· Representing clients in the Fair Work Commission, courts, and tribunals
· Drafting and reviewing complex employment contracts, policies, and transfer of business documents
· Managing high-value disputes and sensitive employee relations matters
· Building and maintaining strong client relationships through responsive and commercially practical advice
· Contributing to practice growth through mentoring, knowledge sharing, and business development initiatives
· Collaborating with partners and senior team members on firmwide strategy and client engagement
What we’re looking for:
· 5+ years PAE in Employment, Industrial Relations, or Workplace Safety law
· Strong background in complex advisory work, investigations, and executive employment matters
· Proven experience in employment litigation and dispute resolution
· Excellent drafting, communication, and analytical skills
· Commercial mindset with a strong client service focus
· Collaborative and supportive leadership style with experience mentoring junior lawyers
· Enthusiasm for contributing to practice development and client engagement initiatives
This role is ideal for a motivated senior lawyer who thrives on complex, high-impact work and wants to continue building their career within a firm that values collaboration, excellence, and professional growth.
For a confidential discussion, reach out to Marielle De Castro at marielle@nrol.com.au
Alternatively, apply now with your CV and we’ll be in touch.
