EL2 Senior Employment Lawyer (Special Counsel) - Major Commonwealth Agency

Allygroup; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal consultancy firm is looking for a Senior Employment Lawyer to manage high-impact employment law matters for a major Commonwealth agency. This role involves complex advisory work, litigation, and mentorship within a dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will be a qualified lawyer with expertise in Australian employment law, strategic litigation management, and leadership skills. Attractive remuneration and growth opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Impactful work

Professional growth

Supportive environment

High salary

Qualifications

• Australian citizens only.
• Experience in government employment law preferred.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist advice on employment law in a Commonwealth context.
• Lead and mentor a team of legal professionals.
• Manage strategic employment litigation and dispute resolution.

Skills

Employment law expertise

Leadership and mentorship

Strategic litigation management

Compliance knowledge

Education

Qualified Lawyer

Baseline security clearance or higher

Job description

EL2 Senior Employment Lawyer (Special Counsel) - Major Commonwealth Agency

Are you ready to take the reins on high-impact employment law matters for a major Commonwealth Government agency? Allygroup is seeking a Senior Employment Lawyer to manage a talented team and drive outcomes in a role that combines complex advisory work, litigation, and leadership. This is a unique opportunity for motivated and capable professionals to contribute to a high-profile Commonwealth agency with a national presence that values integrity, professionalism, and work/life balance.

The Role

This is a senior-level contract opportunity at Special Counsel / Director level, offering the chance for high level employment law advisory services and practice within a dynamic, high-performing legal team.

You will:

• Provide specialist advice on employment law in a Commonwealth context, including APS employment frameworks, enterprise agreements, and workplace relations.
• Lead and mentor a team of legal professionals.
• Manage strategic employment litigation and dispute resolution matters.
• Know and ensure compliance with the Commonwealth's Legal Services Directions.
• Employment law is the core focus, complemented by leadership responsibilities and stakeholder engagement at the highest level.

Applicants must be Australian citizens, be qualified as a Lawyer and hold a Baseline security clearance or higher.

In return we offer:

• Impactful Work: Influence employment law strategy for a major Commonwealth agency.
• Professional Growth: Senior leadership role with career advancement opportunities.
• Supportive Environment: Work within a collaborative and supportive team.
• High Salary: Attractive remuneration package.

What you need to do now

To apply, click the ‘Apply for this job’ button above or send a current resume and cover letter to our team at [e-mail] expressing your interest in this opportunity. For a confidential talk in relation to this position, please call us on 02 5104 3170. You may also contact our office via phone or email to arrange a Video Relay call or other call services through the National Relay Service. Plain, large font copies of this ad (and related position description/s) may also be requested by emailing [e-mail].

About Allygroup

Allygroup is a law firm that specialises in legal management consultancy, legal project management and legal recruitment.

Allygroup is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and endeavour to put forward the best candidates regardless of their gender, disability, neurodivergence, or cultural or religious identity.

If you identify as a person with a disability or neurodivergence, as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA+, or from a culturally or linguistically diverse background and would like to disclose this information, we encourage you to do so in your application or included cover letter.