Solicitor 3+ years

About the team
Join our dynamic and expanding team, where you will collaborate closely with Kirsty Faichen and Anthony Longland, two highly regarded specialists in employment law and industrial relations. Our team is involved in a diverse range of projects, providing strategic advice to clients across various sectors, including energy and resources, manufacturing, infrastructure, and not-for-profit organisations. With a strong focus on high-quality technical work, you will engage with prominent clients on matters ranging from enterprise bargaining and workplace change to dispute resolution and compliance issues. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative environment that balances hard work with a positive team culture, ensuring we deliver effective solutions for our clients while enjoying the journey together.

You will have

• A minimum of 3 years' experience as a solicitor, with a strong background in employment law and industrial relations.
• Proven expertise in drafting legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and advisory notes.
• Excellent analytical and research skills to navigate and apply changes in employment law and industrial relations.
• Strong communication skills to provide timely, commercially-focused advice to clients and contribute to team discussions.
• A commitment to client service and the ability to build and maintain robust client relationships.
• A collaborative team spirit, fostering effective internal relationships to enhance teamwork and project outcomes.

Ideally you would also have experience in some of the following areas

• Employment law issues including unfair dismissal, post-employment restrictions, and complex investigations.
• Strategic workforce planning and structuring, particularly in relation to major projects and transactions.
• Experience with Fair Work Commission disputes and industrial relations reforms.
• Knowledge of the regulatory landscape affecting employment matters, particularly within the energy, resources, and infrastructure sectors.
• Familiarity with both state and federal employment legislation and compliance requirements.
• Experience in advising on enterprise bargaining processes and managing industrial action, including multi-site campaigns.

Join us in making a significant impact in the field of employment law while developing your expertise alongside industry leaders.

Who are we?
A firm born in Asia, underpinned by world class capability.

With over 3000 lawyers in 26 global locations, we help our clients manage their risk and enable their growth. Our full-service offering combines un-matched top tier local capability complemented with an international platform.

We have deep roots in Australia spanning almost 200 years and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waters.

Why work with us?
We promote a collaborative culture where people feel respected, valued and supported both personally and professionally, and where diversity and inclusion also play an important role in enhancing our knowledge, driving innovative solutions for our clients and creating positive social impact.

We live by our Principles, and strive for mastery in all that we do. We take pride in the high quality work we deliver. Working with colleagues and clients who are leaders in their fields, means the ability to explore new paths to progress with continual learning and development, career and leadership opportunities.

As part of the KWM community you'll have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives, benefits, policies and processes, to enable you to achieve your career goals.

At KWM, we'll provide you with the platform to Learn, Master, Lead.

Next Steps
Please click 'Apply Now' to apply online with your cover letter summarising why you're applying and your resume to support your experience.

If you have any questions or need any further information, please don't hesitate to reach out to Kellie Mclean on

If you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you must hold all visas and other approvals necessary for you to work for the firm in Australia.

Diversity and Inclusion
King & Wood Mallesons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from diverse backgrounds. We welcome, value, support and harness the positive benefits that people's different life experiences bring, especially as they relate to gender, sexual identity, culture, faith, disability and life stages.

If you are unsure if you meet all criteria for this role, but have a passion for delivering high quality work, developing your skills and realising your full potential, then we encourage you to apply and have a further conversation about how you could fit at KWM.

We have a range of inclusive hiring practices - if you would like to seek workplace adjustments to complete your application please contact the Recruitment contact for this role or email