SA - Employment & Safety

SA Employment & Safety

Global Firm

Top rated partners

Front & back end work

Be part of a preeminent team working on some of the most impressive, high profile matters around town. Under Band 1 rated partners, this is a fantastic development opportunity for employment lawyers looking for that next step. The team act as genuinely trusted partners with their clients working on both advisory / policy work and contentious matters.

About the role

This is a new hire for the team as they are expanding their capability within Australia providing not only local but regional and global support to their clients. The practice is extremely varied with complete front and back end capability. You will find yourself working with high profile clients across a range of industries including defence, mining, oil and gas, aviation, transport, construction and telecommunication/broadcasting.

The team is in need of an experienced senior lawyer who is capable of running matters and managing junior lawyers. They work closely with their client's futureproofing their safety management systems and identifying potential issues before they arise so you will need to be confident at building relationships with clients' to better understand their business. You will also have the freedom to develop and nurture your own client relationships and the ability to use your creative side

Energy and enthusiasm are words that spring to mind when describing this team and the partners are seeking someone who is passionate about safety with a creative mind to think outside the box. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow your own practice, work in a team yet have the freedom to drive business initiatives forward then this role is the right fit for you.

As a global firm you will have a unique opportunity to work with lawyers and partners in the international network.

Skills and experience

We are seeking a Senior Lawyer/ Senior Associate level lawyer with 5-7 years post qualification experience in general employment, safety, regulatory, investigations or general litigation experience. You will be able to demonstrate that you maintained strong performance throughout your career and are committed to further developing your career with us.