Senior Workplace Relations

4 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Law Staff Full time $180,000 - $250,000 per year

About the role

Here's your opportunity to join a top-tier law firm consistently ranked at the forefront of the Australian legal market

The Workplace Relations & Safety team in Brisbane is led by a highly regarded Partner and is continuing to grow following recent senior appointments. Acting for corporates, government bodies, and statutory authorities, the team advises across the full spectrum of workplace relations and safety issues.

This role offers exposure to:

  • Employment and safety law, both advisory and disputes
  • High-level investigations and complex regulatory issues
  • The chance to build strong client relationships while mentoring junior team members

What we're looking for:

  • Proven experience in employment and/or workplace safety law
  • Broader litigation experience (highly regarded)
  • Excellent communication and client relationship skills
  • A collaborative mindset with enthusiasm for mentoring juniors
  • Genuine interest in growing within a thriving, high-performing team.

Why lawyers choose this firm:

Forget rigid lock-step systems – this firm promotes based on merit, business development, and contributions. With an excellent solicitor-to-partner ratio, you'll gain earlier client access, more mentoring, and stronger progression pathways. Career forecasting sessions every 180 days help fast-track your goals.

Other benefits include: 

  • Structured bonus system on meeting targets
  • Competitive salary packages aligned to experience
  • Firm-wide WFH policy: 2 days from home
  • 26 weeks paid parental leave for all staff after 6 months' service
  • Sports clubs, social committees, and monthly firm wide drinks
  • A "you can have it all here" philosophy with strong L&D investment
  • Supportive partners and a people-first approach.

Ready to take the next step?

Take control of your career – click "Apply" now or get in touch confidentially with Georgina See on or email

Prefer to chat outside standard hours?

We're flexible – reach out via email to arrange a time that suits you, whether after hours or during your lunch break. 

Not the right role?

We'd still love to hear from you. We work on a wide range of unadvertised opportunities across private practice and in-house.

Law Staff | 260 Queen St, Brisbane CBD |

Please note, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

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