Senior Employment Lawyer | Complex Investigations & Strategy

Gorilla Jobs; Sydney; On-site; AUD 114,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Gorilla Jobs is assisting a multi-award-winning employment law specialist with offices in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane to hire an Associate through to Special Counsel in Sydney. The role focuses on complex investigations, strategic employment advice, and high-impact matters.

The firm offers hybrid flexibility, market-leading remuneration up to $190,000 plus super and performance bonuses, and clear progression pathways within a supportive, non-hierarchical structure.

Qualifications

• 2+ years PAE in employment law, workplace relations, or a related field.
• Strong written skills for drafting investigation reports, legal advice, and workplace policies.
• Interest in workplace investigations with the ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct complex workplace investigations into serious misconduct and related issues.
• Draft investigation reports that withstand legal scrutiny and ensure procedural fairness.
• Provide strategic advice on terminations, restructures, and workplace policies.

Skills

Employment law

Workplace investigations

Solicitor NSW

Report drafting

Discretion & judgement

Job description

Gorilla Jobs is assisting a multi-award-winning employment law specialist with offices in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane to hire an Associate through to Special Counsel in Sydney. The role focuses on complex investigations, strategic employment advice, and high-impact matters.

The firm offers hybrid flexibility, market-leading remuneration up to $190,000 plus super and performance bonuses, and clear progression pathways within a supportive, non-hierarchical structure.