Employment Lawyer
Calculated Solutions
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- Location
- Destination Perth, WA
- Type
- Full-time
About the role
Employment Lawyer - Perth, WA
Establish & Lead a New Practice Area
Exciting Opportunity Alert!
Are you an experienced Employment Lawyer ready to take ownership and build something exceptional? We're partnering with a dynamic Perth legal practice to find a senior Employment Lawyer who's ready to establish and lead their brand-new employment law division.
Why This Role is Special: This isn't just another employment law position - it's your chance to build a specialised practice from the ground up within an established, well-functioning firm. You'll have complete autonomy to shape the direction of their employment law offering whilst collaborating with existing practice groups across Corporate & Commercial, Property, Energy & Resources, and Construction law.
What You'll Be Doing:
Taking full ownership of employment law matters from start to finish
Providing comprehensive advice to corporate and commercial clients
Drafting, reviewing and negotiating employment contracts, policies, and workplace agreements
Managing workplace relations, enterprise bargaining and industrial disputes
Conducting workplace investigations and disciplinary processes
Representing clients in tribunals, courts, and mediation proceedings
Building and managing your own client portfolio with complete autonomy
Driving business development and building strong client relationships
We're Looking For:
Admitted legal practitioner in WA Minimum 6 years' employment law experience with proven independence
Strong grasp of Fair Work Act, WA Industrial Relations Act, and related legislation
Track record managing complex employment matters end-to-end
Experience with workplace investigations, tribunals, and dispute resolution
Excellent communication and client relationship skills
Business development skills and commercial acumen
Bonus Points For:
Enterprise bargaining and industrial relations experience
WHS and discrimination law knowledge Mid-tier or boutique firm background
Sector experience in energy & resources, construction, or technology
What's On Offer:
Lead a new practice area within an established firm
Complete autonomy over case management and client relationships
Collaborative team environment with cross-practice opportunities
Competitive salary package commensurate with experience + performance-based bonus structure
Professional development and clear career progression pathway
Modern Perth CBD office location
Ready to take your career to the next level and build something remarkable?
Send your CV to CALCULATED SOLUTIONS - we'd love to chat about this exceptional opportunity.
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