Senior Employment Lawyer

Sydney Permanent / Full Time

Jackie joined the ER team in May 2021. She has 20+ years recruitment experience, primarily in Sydney but also in other States and overseas. Jackie worked as a litigation lawyer for 6+ years before commencing her legal recruitment career in 2001. Jackie has recruited lawyers for law firms (large and small), private corporations and government departments. Jackie works consultatively with lawyers looking for the next step in their career and is respected in the marketplace for her trusted advisor approach.​Jackie now lives in Queensland, enjoying the Gold Coast lifestyle in her spare time with her husband, 2 boys and beloved (rescue) Doberman.

Recruiter :
Jackie Gallo

Jackie Gallo
  • Growth opportunity
  • Generous salary plus other perks/benefits
  • Blue sky opportunity - genuine equity path prospects
About our client
Our client is a specialist commercial law firm with a strong presence in Newcastle and a growing office in Sydney CBD.

With a dynamic, innovative leadership team and genuine commitment to empowering solicitors (and support staff) to reach their full potential, it is a great time to jump on board and play a key part in the firm's strategic plan for 2025. Not only will you be joining a cohesive, friendly team, you will be working with great legal minds (the firm has several Accredited Specialists) who thrive on solving complex legal problems.

About the role
The firm has a highly successful and growing Workplace practice in Newcastle, which continues to grow due to high client demand. This growth has led to this newly created position for an experienced Associate/Senior Associate Solicitor with at least 5 years of post-admission experience (PAE) to join. 

You will be the most senior Workplace Solicitor in Sydney so this is a blue sky opportunity to grow the practice and team in collaboration with the senior Workplace Solicitor in Newcastle and Director. For the right person, a pathway to equity may be on offer.

About the candidate
This role is likely to suit a senior Workplace Relations lawyer with broad experience, with passion for their chosen area of practice and a desire to collaborate and grow a practice. Experience in these areas will be highly desirable:
  • Employment contracts
  • Unfair dismissal claims
  • General protections claims
  • Trade restraint issues
  • Workplace harassment disputes
  • Representation in Fair Work Commission and State and Federal Courts
  • This role offers a blend of advisory and litigation work, allowing you to tackle meaningful legal challenges while assisting businesses and individuals with complex employment issues.
What's in it for you?
Our client offers a collaborative, inclusive and supportive culture. 
On offer will be a competitive salary with monthly performance-based commissions and the chance to work alongside leading experts. Plenty of other perks and benefits will also be on offer, including flexible working arrangements, Specialist Accreditation Support, additional leave entitlements.

For More Information

If you would like to know more about this opportunity, please contact Jackie Gallo on 0478 725573 or email your resume to [email protected] which will be treated in strict confidence. 

All applications are assured confidentiality.

Referral reward: $1000

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