Special Counsel – Employment & Industrial Relations

Location: Sydney

Employment Type: Full Time

We are partnering with a well-regarded commercial law firm to recruit a Special Counsel to join its Employment & Industrial Relations team in Sydney.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior employment lawyer to advise a diverse client base on complex workplace matters, while playing a key role in the continued growth and development of a high-performing practice.

About the Role

This position offers exposure to a broad range of employment and industrial relations matters, working closely with clients and senior practitioners in a collaborative environment. Key responsibilities include:

· Advising clients on complex employment and workplace relations matters

· Managing employment disputes, workplace investigations, and advisory engagements

· Preparing employment contracts, policies, enterprise agreements, and legal documentation

· Representing clients in tribunals, mediations, and other dispute resolution processes

· Providing strategic, commercially focused advice across a range of workplace issues

· Mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to client development initiatives

About You

· 7+ years’ PAE with strong experience in employment and industrial relations law

· Strong knowledge of workplace legislation, including the Fair Work Act and enterprise bargaining processes

· Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills

· Commercially minded with a strong client-focused approach

· Ability to build trusted relationships and contribute to practice growth

Why This Opportunity?

· Work closely with experienced practitioners on high-quality employment matters

· Exposure to complex advisory and contentious workplace issues

· Flexible working arrangements and a supportive team environment

· Opportunity to mentor junior lawyers and contribute to the growth of the practice

· Competitive remuneration package with strong career progression opportunities

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced employment lawyer looking to step into a senior role within a respected and growing practice.

For a confidential discussion, reach out to Kyla Feliciano on LinkedIn or email kyla@nrol.com.au

Alternatively, apply now with your CV and we’ll be in touch.

Job Type: Private Practice
Job Location: Sydney

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