Special Counsel

3 days ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Empire Group Full time

Why work with Empire Group?
Exclusive Roles: Gain access to opportunities not advertised anywhere else.Personalised Support: Receive free CV advice, interview coaching, and negotiation guidance tailored to your career goals.Industry Expertise: Work with a team that brings over 175 years of combined Australian legal recruitment experience.Privacy: Trust that your information will be treated with confidentiality.
You will only be put forward for roles with your explicit consent.The FirmThis national law firm is in growth mode and seeks an experienced employment lawyer (Senior Associate, Senior Lawyer, Special Counsel) to serve their blue-chip employer client base.The firm represents clients across various industries, including property, financial services, fashion, FMG, retail, manufacturing, media, entertainment, IT, and resources.
Client sizes range from ASX-listed companies to SMEs, high-profile individuals, government entities, and international clients.The RoleThis is a hands-on role with high levels of autonomy, client responsibility, and the freedom to run your practice your way.
Responsibilities include managing and advising clients, appearing before the Commission, Court, briefing counsel, conducting seminars, preparing employment contracts, and advising on adverse actions, dismissals, discrimination, bullying, and awards.
IR and safety work may also be involved.This role is ideal for an experienced and ambitious employment lawyer seeking to advance their career with more practice freedom.About YouYou will have at least 5 years of employment law experienceAbility to lead and grow the employment practiceStrong technical skillsExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsStrong client relationship-building skillsNetworking abilityAbility to work independently and in a teamPassion for employment and workplace relations lawDrive, ambition, and enthusiasm for practicing law differentlyBenefits & CultureOur client offers top-market pay, a progressive and down-to-earth work environment, state-of-the-art resources, support for postgraduate studies, structured learning programs, paid paternity leave, and marketing support.Partners are accessible and invested in their lawyers.
There is transparency regarding partnership pathways.
The firm values flexibility, supporting hybrid work arrangements.ApplyFor a confidential discussion or to explore other opportunities, contact:Marianna Tuccia BA, LLBRef No: MT28836Email: Phone: Please send your CV in Microsoft Word format.I am a former lawyer and Legal Professional Recruiter at Empire Group, with over 18 years of experience placing lawyers in law firms.
I am passionate about helping lawyers at all career stages and understand the complexities of current market recruitment.
Reach out if the above role isn't what you're looking for-I can assist in finding the right opportunity.At Empire Group, we value diversity and are committed to equitable recruitment.
We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds, those with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups to apply.
Our goal is to create fair, accessible, and culturally safe recruitment processes that reflect and respect the communities we serve.


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