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An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a talented Senior Associate (5+ PQE) to join a leading Workplace Relations & Employment team within a top-tier firm in Sydney. 

This is a career-defining role for a lawyer who thrives on complex, high-profile workplace matters and wants genuine progression within a growing, nationally recognised practice.

The Role and Responsibilities: 

As a senior member of the team, you will:

• Support major corporate transactions by delivering specialist employment and IR advice on high-value mergers and acquisitions
• Manage direct client relationships, acting as a trusted adviser to HR leaders, in-house counsel and executive teams
• Supervise, mentor and develop junior lawyers within the team
• Lead complex employment and industrial relations matters across advisory, disputes and strategic projects
• Provide strategic advice on Industrial relations and enterprise bargaining as well as;
• Employment contracts and executive arrangements
• Discrimination, general protections and unfair dismissal
• Workplace investigations (including sensitive and high-risk matters)
• Work health & safety compliance and incident response

Run litigation matters across Federal and State Courts and Tribunals, including:

• Drafting pleadings and submissions
• Managing evidence and witnesses
• Briefing and working closely with Counsel
• Appearing in interlocutory matters (where appropriate)

Contribute to business development initiatives, including:

• Client alerts and thought leadership articles
• Seminar presentations and industry events
• Building and strengthening client networks

Ideally you will bring:

• 5+ years’ PQE, currently operating at Senior Associate level
• Strong experience gained within a reputable commercial law firm
• Confidence managing files autonomously while contributing to a collaborative team
• Demonstrated experience mentoring junior lawyers
• Commercial acumen and a solutions-focused mindset
• A genuine interest in developing your personal brand and contributing to practice growth

Why This Role?

• High-profile, complex and varied work
• Direct access to respected partners
• Structured career progression pathways
• Strong mentoring and leadership development
• A collaborative and forward-thinking culture

This is an exciting time of growth for the team, offering the platform to deepen your expertise while building your profile in the employment and workplace space.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, confidential enquiries are welcome: rosie@taglegalsearch.com / 0479 085 447

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