Employment Lawyer

Overview

Build Your Legal Legacy: Establish & Lead a Thriving Employment Law Practice

Are you an ambitious employment lawyer ready to step up and own your career trajectory? We are partnering with a dynamic, well-established Perth legal practice to find a Senior Employment Lawyer who is ready to take the leap from being managed to being the leader. This isn’t just another employment law position – this is your opportunity to establish and build a specialized employment law division within a successful, collaborative firm.

The Opportunity

While other lawyers are waiting for partnership consideration or fighting for recognition in overcrowded teams, you’ll be building something substantial from day one. This role offers complete autonomy to shape practice direction, direct client ownership, and a clear partnership pathway.

What Makes This Role Exceptional

• Practice Leadership: Establish and lead the employment law division with full autonomy
• Client Ownership: Build and manage your own client portfolio from day one
• Strategic Influence: Shape practice direction and growth strategy
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside established Corporate & Commercial, Property, Energy & Resources, and Construction teams
• Partnership Pathway: Clear progression to partnership for the right candidate
• Market Positioning: Perth\'s employment law market offers exceptional opportunities for growth

Your Day-to-Day Impact

Client Advisory & Strategy

• Provide comprehensive employment law advice to corporate and commercial clients
• Lead workplace strategy development and implementation
• Navigate complex industrial relations matters with confidence

Legal Expertise

• Draft, review, and negotiate employment contracts, policies, and enterprise agreements
• Manage enterprise bargaining processes and union negotiations
• Conduct workplace investigations and disciplinary processes
• Represent clients before Fair Work Commission, courts, and in mediation proceedings

Business Development & Growth

• Drive business development with autonomy over relationship management
• Build strategic partnerships with existing practice groups
• Develop fee structures and pricing strategies
• Create marketing and thought leadership opportunities

What We\'re Looking For

• Admitted legal practitioner (or eligible for admission in WA)
• Minimum 6 years\' employment law experience with proven ability to work independently
• Strong command of Fair Work Act, WA Industrial Relations Act, and related legislation
• Experience with workplace investigations, tribunals, and dispute resolution
• Exceptional communication skills and natural relationship-building abilities
• Commercial acumen and business development mindset
• Ambition to lead and build something significant

Highly Regarded

• Enterprise bargaining and industrial relations expertise
• WHS and discrimination law knowledge
• Mid-tier or boutique firm background with autonomous practice experience
• Sector experience in energy & resources, construction, or technology
• Payroll compliance and remediation experience
• Big Four consulting background or similar commercial exposure

Why This Opportunity Is Rare

• Complete Autonomy: No micro-management, no waiting for approvals – you make the strategic decisions
• Established Platform: Join a successful firm with existing infrastructure, support systems, and cross-referral opportunities
• Market Timing: Perth\'s employment law market is underserved – perfect timing for an ambitious lawyer to establish market presence
• Financial Upside: Competitive base salary + performance bonuses + clear partnership pathway = significant earning potential
• Professional Growth: Move from being a senior lawyer to being a practice leader and business owner

Comprehensive Package & Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package commensurate with experience
• Performance-based bonus structure with uncapped earning potential
• Partnership pathway clearly defined for exceptional performers
• Professional development support including conference attendance and industry involvement
• Modern Perth CBD office with flexible working arrangements
• Comprehensive support structure including marketing, IT, and administrative support
• Cross-practice collaboration opportunities for business development

The Firm

This well-established Perth practice has built a strong reputation across Corporate & Commercial, Property, Energy & Resources, and Construction law. They are known for their collaborative culture, commercial approach, and commitment to delivering practical solutions for clients.

Next Steps

• Confidential Discussion: Initial conversation to understand your background and aspirations
• Practice Introduction: Meet the team and understand the opportunity in detail
• Strategic Planning Session: Discuss your vision for building the practice
• Terms Negotiation: Finalize package including partnership pathway
• Transition Planning: Smooth move to your new leadership role

Ready to Make the Move?

Don\'t spend another year waiting for opportunities that may never come. Take control of your career trajectory and build something significant.

Apply in complete confidence:

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David Romic | Head of Recruitment

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