Special Counsel – Employment Law

Job Description

If you’re an experienced Employment Lawyer looking for a career-defining move into leadership, this role offers an unparalleled opportunity to step up while enjoying flexibility, financial rewards, and a supportive culture.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗢𝗻 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿?

• Pathway to Directorship – tailored development plans to step into a leadership role.
• Flexible working arrangements – whether you thrive in-office or remotely, the firm supports what works best for you.
• Professional development support – annual allowance for courses, further study, or skills development.
• Wellness program – regular yoga, meditation, breathwork, office massages, and ergonomic support.
• Extra leave & retreats – additional paid leave, international team retreats.
• Parental leave & family support – up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave plus flexibility for returning parents.
• Office perks – barista-quality coffee, breakfast, snacks, and Friday cocktails.

𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝗺:

Join a well-regarded boutique law firm with a presence in both Victoria and Sydney, known for delivering high-quality legal services across multiple practice areas. With a strong client base of private businesses, this firm provides comprehensive employment law solutions similar to those found in mid-tier firms.

𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗹𝗲:

This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Special Counsel to step into a leadership role, with a clear pathway to Directorship.

As a key member of the firm, you will work alongside experienced professionals, including a Director, Senior Associate, and Law Student, while managing a high-quality workload. Matters will range from workplace disputes and industrial relations to compliance and advisory work, with occasional high-value employee matters.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗡𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗲𝗱:

• 8-10+ years PQE in Employment Law, ideally within a well-regarded firm.
• A portable practice of $150K+ to ensure a balanced workflow.
• Proven experience advising private businesses on a full spectrum of employment matters.
• Strong leadership capabilities with a desire to take charge of and grow a team.
• A stable career history (no frequent job changes).
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with a collaborative and growth-oriented mindset.

𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗲𝗽:

𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗼𝘄 or email your resume to Janine Cloete (Legal Division) at [email protected] to hear more about the opportunity. You can also contact Janine on +61 499 656 731.

Connect with Janine on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/janinecloete1990

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