Associate - Workplace Law & Culture

Bartier Perry Pty Limited; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career progression

Wellness program

Flexible work arrangements

Bonus program

Team-building activities

Parental leave

Job summary

Bartier Perry is seeking a dynamic Employment and Industrial Lawyer with 3–5 years PQE for our Sydney CBD office. You will advise on a broad range of employment, workplace relations, and discrimination matters, with exposure to government clients and a collaborative team.

We offer flexible work arrangements, ongoing professional development, a structured career progression, and a supportive, inclusive culture that values work-life balance and client service excellence.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years PQE in employment and industrial law.
• Experience in private practice advising on employment matters.
• Experience with government clients is valued.

Responsibilities

• Advise on employment, industrial relations and related matters.
• Collaborate with leading Employment Lawyers on complex matters.
• Support clients in government, public and private sectors.

Skills

Employment law

Industrial relations

Client service

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Law degree

Job description

• Learning and career progression opportunities
• Free fitness classes, wellness program & regular social events

About the role

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and motivated lawyer with a strong background in employment and industrial law, and a genuine passion for workplace relations and culture.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking an Associate with 3+ years' PQE who has ideally gained experience in private practice advising on employment and industrial relations matters.

Experience working with local, state and federal government clients, as well as broader public and private sector organisations, will be highly regarded.

In this role, you will work alongside leading Employment Lawyers who advise on a broad range of employment, workplace relations, discrimination and work health and safety matters. You will be part of a collaborative team dedicated to helping organisations, workplaces and people thrive.

While this role is based in our Sydney CBD office, at Bartier Perry we all have the opportunity to work flexibly and remotely. Bartier Perry offers structured career progression for those who want it, within a warm, friendly and supportive environment.

About the team

• Join a friendly and supportive team that genuinely values flexibility and work–life balance.
• Enjoy exposure to a diverse range of matters and work with an outstanding client portfolio
• Benefit from a clear and well-defined career progression pathway

About you

Our ideal candidate possesses:

• 3-5 years PQE, ideally having worked in private practice and having worked solidly in employment and industrial law
• The ability to prioritise tasks and manage workflow in line with business and client requirements
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• A passion for workplace law and excellent client service skills
• Good technical skills and sound knowledge in employment and industrial law
• Self motivation and interest in delivering client solutions
• Excellent time management and the ability to work to meet deadlines
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team

Recognised as a 2024 Employer of Choice, Bartier Perry is a firm where our culture shapes everything we do. We pride ourselves on being approachable and high-performing while actively promoting a healthy work-life balance. We engage respectfully with one another, our clients, and the wider community.

We share a united commitment to excellence, and our supportive, inclusive culture empowers everyone to reach their full potential and thrive in their careers and beyond.

As a progressive law firm, we are dedicated to nurturing your unique talents and providing opportunities at every stage of your career. Our professional training and development programs are designed to support growth, high performance, and career progression.

We have a clear strategy and purpose that guides us.

From accessible partners who actively mentor and provide guidance to secondment opportunities with industry-leading clients, we create pathways for our people to flourish professionally and personally.

• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
• Incentive bonus program for all staff
• Regular social and team-building activities
• Generous 20 weeks paid parental leave for eligible caregivers
• In-house learning and development opportunities
• Reward and recognition programs

Learn more about working at Bartier Perry.

Please note: Only applicants with the legal right to work in Australia will be considered for this role

Bartier Perry is committed to being an inclusive, flexible, and welcoming workplace where diversity is valued and respected. We celebrate differences, including age, gender identity and expression, cultural background, disability, sexual orientation, religion, family and caring responsibilities, and more. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and are dedicated to creating a culturally safe and supportive environment.

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please contact our People & Culture team. We encourage you to inform us at the time of application - we welcome hearing from you.