Senior Associate, Employment

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Associate to join a leading Employment and Industrial Relations  practice based in Perth. This role offers the chance to work on complex, high-profile matters across a diverse client base, including major national and international organisations.

About the Role

As a key member of a high-performing, collaborative, and supportive team, you will:

• Advise on a broad range of employment law and industrial relations matters

• Work closely with highly regarded Partners and senior lawyers on complex and strategic matters

• Provide legal counsel on workforce strategy, enterprise bargaining, industrial disputes, regulatory compliance, and safety matters

• Act on employment aspects of large-scale transactions and projects

• Engage with regulators and represent clients in Fair Work Commission and Court proceedings

• Manage matters independently and support the development of junior team members

This is an opportunity to further your expertise in a dynamic, forward-thinking legal team that values professional growth, innovation, and inclusion.

About You

You will ideally bring:

• 4-10+ years’ post-qualification experience in employment law, industrial relations, and/or work health and safety, gained in a top-tier private practice, government, or in-house legal team

• Strong academic credentials and excellent communication and teamwork skills

• Experience providing strategic, solutions-focused advice to corporate clients

• A commitment to excellence and a genuine interest in contributing to team success and mentoring junior lawyers

• A proactive and collaborative mindset, with a drive to grow a market-leading practice

What’s on Offer

• A market-leading remuneration and benefits package

• A collaborative and inclusive team culture with opportunities for national and international work

• A commitment to professional and personal development, including mentorship and structured learning

• A strong emphasis on mental health and wellbeing, with generous policies and support programs

• Flexible working arrangements and a progressive approach to work-life balance

Applications are encouraged from individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, and people from culturally diverse communities.