Employment Lawyer Expert

4 weeks ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Herbert Smith Freehills Full time

About Herbert Smith Freehills

We are a leading international law firm with a global team of over 5,000 professionals. Our Employment, Industrial Relations and Safety (EIRS) team in Australia provides specialist expertise on all legal matters impacting on the employment relationship.

The role we are currently recruiting for is Senior Associate - Employment, Industrial Relations and Safety. In this position, you will work closely with leading Partners and undertake a range of work that supports and advises blue chip clients across multiple sectors on employment law, industrial relations, and safety matters.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Providing strategic advice on workforce strategy, enterprise bargaining, industrial disputes, industrial action, regulatory and compliance advice and all types of Fair Work Commission and Court proceedings;
  • R running matters and supervising junior team members;
  • Supporting the team's strategic business development initiatives;

In return, we offer a competitive salary of $200,000 per annum, a comprehensive benefits package including 26 weeks paid parental leave and a holistic wellbeing fund, as well as opportunities to learn and develop your skills and knowledge.

Our inclusive environment means you feel valued and able to perform at your best by being your authentic self at work. We strive to ensure that our diverse culture means you feel supported and empowered to succeed in your career.



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