Description

Why This Role?

• National law firm with a rapidly expanding Brisbane office.
• Exceptional mentoring from ex-top-tier Partners.
• Top-of-market salary and a clear career pathway to senior associate.
• Supportive and balanced work environment that values sustainability and professional growth.

The Opportunity
The team handles a diverse mix of matters, including:

• Unfair dismissal & general protections claims before the Fair Work Commission and courts.
• Discrimination & harassment complaints and investigations.
• Industrial relations disputes, enterprise bargaining, and union negotiations.
• Workplace health & safety compliance, risk management, and responding to regulatory investigations.
• Employment contracts, policies & workplace investigations for major corporate clients.
• Post-employment restraints & protection of confidential information matters.
• Whistleblower complaints & workplace culture reviews.

You will work closely with major corporate clients, SMEs, and start-ups, gaining hands-on experience and high levels of client interaction from day one.
You will also be involved in strategic advisory work, giving you exposure to complex legal issues that shape business decisions.
Career Progression & Firm Culture

• Clear and structured career pathway—progress to Senior Associate.
• Strong mentoring and training—learn directly from leading practitioners.
• Opportunities to develop client relationships and build your own practice within the firm.
• Sensible work environment—a firm that values high performance without burnout.
• Collaborative, supportive team that encourages professional growth and innovation.

About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:

✅ 2+ years PAE in employment law. ✅ Strong drafting skills and the ability to manage matters with supervision. ✅ Confidence in client interactions and a commercial mindset. ✅ A desire to develop into a future leader within the firm.
What’s on Offer?

• Exceptional training & mentoring in a leading national firm.
• High-quality, complex work with diverse clients across multiple industries.
• Career progression opportunities to Senior Associate and beyond.
• A professional yet balanced workplace culture that supports long-term success.
• Competitive salary & strong career development framework.

How to Apply
For a confidential discussion about this or other opportunities we are working on, please call Ross Dakin at Peppercorn Recruitment on 0431 267 250, quoting reference number 3879152.
To submit an application, click below and submit your resume in Word format only.