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Lawyer - Industrial Relations & Employment

  • Melbourne, Victoria
  • Full Time
  • $50 - $300 / hour

Special Counsel - Employment Law

2d ago
  • Strong client base with private business employers.
  • Genuine progression to Directorship in future.
  • Lead a team & drive strategic direction.

Summary

Special Counsel - Employment Law | Leading Law Firm | Leadership & Growth Opportunity | Great Salary & Perks | Hybrid Working & W-L Balance

Job Description

About the Firm:
Our client is a well-established law firm with a strong reputation in Employment Law. With a structured career pathway, supportive leadership, and high-calibre clients, this firm provides an excellent environment for ambitious senior lawyers.
  
About the Role:
This is a newly created position for a Special Counsel - Employment Law. The successful candidate will have a transferable practice of $250K+. in order to be considered.
  • Manage a broad employment law practice, primarily advising employers.
  • Take a leadership role in growing and shaping the Employment team.
  • Collaborate with senior lawyers and high-profile clients.
  • Maintain a balanced workload with an achievable billable target. 
Key Requirements:
  • Minimum 6 years PQE in Employment Law.
  • Experience in mid-tier or reputable firms.
  • Consistent career trajectory with long-term roles.
  • Proven ability to bring or build a $250K+ practice.
What’s on Offer?
  • Career Progression – structured Pathway to Directorship.
  • Flexible Work Arrangements – including WFH options.
  • Extra Leave – additional annual leave for eligible staff.
  • Professional Development – $5,000 annual learning allowance.
  • Supportive Culture – collaborative and well-resourced team.
Apply Today!

Apply now or email your resume to Janine Cloete (Legal Division) at janine@gorillajobs.com.au 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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