Solicitor/Associate

Work Initiatives; North Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing initiatives

Dismissals and leave options

Professional development

Employee referral program

Job summary

Meridian Lawyers, a leading Australian law firm, is seeking a Solicitor/Associate to join the Workplace Relations & Safety team in Sydney. The role targets lawyers with at least 2 years’ post-qualification experience in employment law, offering exposure to investigations, disputes and advisory work across multiple industries.

You will work alongside an experienced Principal and senior lawyer in a collaborative, supportive culture that prioritises professional development and a high standard of

Qualifications

• Two years’ post-admission experience in employment law practice.
• Proactive, client-focused approach and excellent work ethic.
• Strong legal research, drafting and analytical skills.
• Ability to deliver high-quality work efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills with clients.

Responsibilities

• Work across the full range of employment law matters including investigations and disciplinary processes.
• Handle unfair dismissal claims, general protections disputes, breach of contract and advisory work.
• Advise a diverse client base across industries including insurance, healthcare and transport.
• Receive mentorship from experienced principals and senior lawyers.

Skills

Employment law

Legal research

Drafting

Client management

Independent work

Job description

As one of the fastest growing law firms in Australia, Meridian Lawyers is a dynamic and innovative law firm with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Newcastle, Brisbane, Perth and Canberra.

What sets us apart from our competitors is our people. At the heart of it, we are passionate about legal practice, working as one team, with a commitment to excellence, creativity and trust in all that we do. We will help you harness your potential, providing ongoing support and mentorship to help you grow at every stage of your career.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented Solicitor/Associate to join our highly regarded Workplace Relations & Safety team based in our Sydney office. We are seeking a lawyer with a minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience who is looking to further develop their expertise while working alongside experienced practitioners on a diverse range of matters.

In this role, you will work across the full range of employment law matters, including workplace investigations, disciplinary processes, unfair dismissal claims, general protections disputes, breach of contract claims and employment advisory work. Your work will also include discrimination claims, workplace bullying and other employment-related matters. You will provide advice to a diverse client base across several industries, including the insurance, healthcare, community and transport sectors.

As part of a high-performing and collaborative team, you will be supported by an experienced Principal and senior lawyer who are committed to mentoring and your professional development. The team prides itself on its collegiate, supportive and inclusive culture, where collaboration is valued, achievements are recognised, and individuals are encouraged to take ownership of their career progression.

About you

To be considered for this opportunity, you will need:

• At least two years’ post-admission experience in an employment law practice.
• A proactive, client-focused approach and an excellent work ethic.
• Strong legal research, drafting and analytical skills.
• Ability to deliver high-quality work efficiently and in a timely manner.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with the ability to build relationships across all levels of seniority and engage confidently with clients.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, demonstrating initiative and autonomy.
• Advanced understanding of employment law and client objectives, with attention to technical details and the ability to provide clear, pragmatic advice in a commercial context.
• Strong time management skills and the ability to prioritise multiple matters at any one time.
• Ability to solve problems and think laterally.

Joining Meridian Lawyers means joining a practice known for our specialisation and capability. We are a value driven organisation with a genuine, friendly and collaborative culture that respects, rewards and values input and innovation from all levels of the business.

We strive to be an employer of choice and understand that it is the contribution of our people that makes our business successful. We have a range of benefits that reward excellence, which include:

• Wellbeing initiatives including regular health and skin checks, flu vaccinations
• A range of discounts and services through a variety of leading retail and service partners
• Salary sacrificing options (including novated leases)
• An additional paid Personal Enjoyment Day each calendar year
• Ability to purchase up to 1 week of additional annual leave per financial year
• An employee referral program
• A commitment to learning and development through our MeridianMinds program