Senior Associate/Special Counsel - Sunshine Coast, QLD

Optio6 Talent Partners; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential

Flexible arrangements

Professional development

Mentoring

Networking opportunities

Collaborative team

Job summary

Optio6 Talent Partners is partnering with a respected family law practice on the Sunshine Coast to recruit a Senior Associate/Special Counsel with 5+ years PQE.

You will manage 15–30 matters, work with a supportive team, and have opportunities for professional growth and mentoring in a progressive environment.

Competitive salary of $130k–$200k AUD plus super, DOE, and flexible working arrangements, with relocation discussed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in family law.
• Ability to manage a diverse matters load.
• Strong client relationship skills and deliver quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Manage a file load of approximately 15–30 matters.
• Take on more complex or higher-volume work if desired.
• Build relationships and deliver quality client outcomes.

Skills

Senior Associate/Special Counsel

Job description

More autonomy. More growth. More say in how their career actually evolves and be part of a team that supports each other.

07th October, 2026

Not all family law roles are created equal.

This one is for a Senior Associate/Special Counsel 5+yrs PQE who wants more than just files on a desk.

More autonomy. More growth. More say in how their career actually evolves and be part of a team that supports each other.

Optio6 Talent partners has partnered with a highly respected, well established, specialist family law practice (boutique in size, big in reputation) that is quietly building one of the most progressive teams in the market.

What makes this role different?

You'll be working alongside award-winning family lawyers, within a diverse team that values quality. The firm brings over 90 years of combined family law experience, yet maintains a progressive and modern approach to how work gets done and collaboration is important to this team.

This is not a rigid, hierarchical environment. It's a place where your voice matters, your development is intentional, and your career trajectory isn't boxed in.

The role

• Manage a file load of approximately 15-30 matters
• Option to take on more complex or higher volume work if that's your preference
• Exposure to a broad range of family law matters
• Strong focus on client relationships and quality outcomes

What's on offer

• Salary: $130-$200k + Super (DOE & open to discussion)
• Bonus structure with genuine and achievable earning potential
• Flexible working arrangements (lets talk)
• Ongoing professional development and mentoring
• Networking opportunities
• A genuinely supportive, collaborative team of 10 (and growing)

This role will suit someone who:

• Wants to build something with the support of the firm and be rewarded for the work they do!
• Values flexibility and trust in how they work
• Is confident managing matters independently (or ready to step into that space)
• Enjoys building relationships and being part of a team, not just a billing machine
• Is motivated by long-term team leader growth, not just short-term targets

If you're looking for a role where you can shape your practice, increase your earnings, and be part of something progressive, this is worth a conversation.

Whether you can start immediately or are considering a relocation to the beautiful Sunshine Coast, we're open to a conversation.

If you're even slightly curious, let's have an initial confidential 10-minute chat. What have you got to lose? This could be the role (and firm) you've been looking for to make the move.

It if you are shy of the 5yrs PQE we still want to hear from you.