Special Counsel, Employment
7 hours ago
Special Counsel – Employment | Melbourne
- Build Your Practice.
- Lead a Team.
- Shape the Future.
A leading international law firm is seeking an exceptional
Special Counsel
to join its thriving Melbourne-based Employment practice. This senior role offers genuine autonomy to develop your practice, work with established clients across Australia, and position yourself as a market leader.
In this role, you will lead complex workplace relations matters across the Fair Work Commission, Federal Court, and state jurisdictions, mentor junior lawyers, drive business development initiatives, and provide strategic advisory services on employment law, discrimination, health & safety, and industrial relations. You will also handle Employment Practices Liability (EPL) work for major insurers and have the opportunity to build and lead your own high-performing team.
You will have at least
8+ years PQE with
deep workplace relations expertise, including proven Fair Work Commission and Federal Court experience, strong client relationship skills, and a natural ability to mentor and lead. The ideal candidate is collaborative, client-focused, ambitious, and ready to take the next step in their career.
The firm offers an established client base and a global platform to grow your practice and advance your career. The firm prides itself on fresh thinking, innovative solutions, and a culture that is approachable, supportive, and distinctive. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central, with strong support for career development and flexible working arrangements.
If you're ready to take ownership of your career while working with sophisticated clients,
please email your resume to Benjamin Arabin at
and for a confidential discussion call
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