Employment Lawyer - Special Counsel level | Clear pathway to Directorship in future | National firm
About the Firm
Our client is an innovative boutique firm delivering commercial and employment law services to a loyal employer client base. This is the perfect time for an ambitious Special Counsel to step up and join a team that they will eventually help lead.
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll manage your client base with full autonomy while helping to shape the future of the practice.
- Lead complex employment, IR and executive matters
- Drive client development and relationship expansion
- Mentor mid-level lawyers and build workflow systems
- Collaborate with leadership on team planning and growth
What You’ll Bring - 6+ years’ PQE in employment or workplace law
- Transferable practice of $200K+
- Strategic mindset with mentoring and business acumen
- Desire to move into formal leadership within 12–18 months
What’s On Offer - Tailored pathway to Directorship (equity optional over time)
- Strong referral base and marketing support
- Hybrid work & flexible hours
- Full benefits: wellness program, PD fund, firm retreats, bonuses
- Transparent leadership & growth culture
Interested in this position? Apply now or email your resume to Shane Leahy at shane@gorillajobs.com.au
or call +61 468 751 055 to hear more about the role.
Shane Leahy | LinkedIn
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