Special Counsel - Employment & Safety

Location: Brisbane
Discipline: partner & special counsel
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Georgina See

Contact email: georgina@lawstaff.com.au
Job ref: SCEL161024
Published: 20 days ago
THE FIRM
This national law firm is highly regarded for its outstanding service to both insurers and direct clients. With a strong history, they have built a reputation for offering unparalleled employment law expertise while fostering a collaborative and supportive culture across their offices.

The Employment & Safety team is no exception, working with a range of complex employment law matters, supported by a dedicated team of lawyers at various levels to ensure you have the leverage you need to excel.

THE ROLE
This is a strategic opportunity for a Special Counsel to take a leadership role within a dynamic and high-performing team. The role involves providing expert advice and advocacy in a broad range of employment law matters, including but not limited to:
  • Employment-related claims such as unfair dismissal, general protections, and discrimination
  • Representation at conciliation conferences and tribunal appearances
  • Advising on employment terms, enterprise agreements, modern awards, and other legislative entitlements
  • Assisting clients with performance management and drafting employment contracts, settlement agreements, and policies
THE PERSON
A highly motivated individual who has a focus on providing excellent client service and is ready to step into a leadership role within one of Queensland’s premier Employment & Safety teams.

Key qualifications include:
  • 5+ years PAE in employment law
  • Strong advocacy skills (preferred)
  • The ability to manage a file load independently and build strong client relationships
  • A collaborative approach with excellent communication skills
THE BENEFITS
This firm offers a range of benefits that makes it stand out as an Employer of Choice:
  • Flexible working arrangements such as a 9.5-day fortnight, working from home, and purchased leave options
  • Annual performance bonuses to reward high achievement
  • A casual office environment with a "dress for your day" policy
  • Access to a health and wellbeing program that includes free EAP services, a health allowance, and an annual health day
  • Structured mentoring and career development opportunities through internal and external training
  • A shared care parental leave policy, offering equal leave for both parents
  • Opportunities to engage in pro bono legal work and industry involvement
THE APPLICATION
At Law Staff, we offer all lawyers the opportunity for a relaxed and confidential discussion, either virtually over Teams or in person. This allows us to understand your skills and prerequisites for your next role, ensuring we provide the right match for your career aspirations.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please click APPLY and upload your profile, or alternatively email your resume to:

Georgina See - georgina@lawstaff.com.au

If this role doesn’t quite align with your needs, we still encourage you to reach out, as we often work on unadvertised roles across private practice, in-house and government. 

Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.