Associate

Associate, Employment & Labor — Sydney

  • LocationSydney, New South Wales, Australia
  • Work typeOn-site
  • Experience1–2 PQE
  • PracticeEmployment & Labor

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Seeking a junior Associate (1–2 years PQE) to join a busy employment team in Sydney handling both contentious and non-contentious matters. The role involves advising employers and multinational clients on workplace conduct, compliance, restructures, employment contracts, policies and immigration-related issues.

Day-to-day work will include internal investigations, defending and settling employment disputes, supporting transactional due diligence and drafting employment documentation. The team advises clients across sectors such as energy, mining, construction, insurance, financial services and technology.

  • 1–2 years post-qualification experience in employment law (Australia)
  • Experience advising on both contentious and advisory employment matters; experience from a large international or regional top-tier firm preferred
  • Demonstrated ability to engage confidently with clients and work on complex matters
  • Strong academic background and attention to detail in drafting contracts, policies and settlement agreements
  • Pro-active, team-oriented, adaptable and able to manage competing priorities

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