Solicitor — Employment, IR & Safety (Sydney)

Montgomery; Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery is seeking a solicitor to join its Employment, IR & Safety team in Sydney. You will advise clients across sectors on employment law, industrial relations and safety matters.

The role involves strategic advice on enterprise bargaining, workplace change, disputes, compliance and regulator interactions, with exposure to major transactions. Candidates typically have 2-3+ years PQE and strong academic credentials.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in employment law and industrial relations.
• Strong academic credentials and teamwork skills.
• Experience advising on workplace strategy, bargaining, disputes, compliance and employment aspects of major transactions.
• A curious, innovative mindset with an interest in AI and emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice on employment, industrial relations and workforce matters, including enterprise bargaining and workplace change.
• Advise and represent clients in employment and industrial disputes, including dismissal, general protections and bargaining matters.
• Provide practical advice on workplace compliance, including employment, discrimination, safety and payroll matters.
• Assist clients in dealings with workplace regulators and represent them in investigations, disputes and proceedings.

Skills

Employment law

Industrial relations

Workplace compliance

Dispute resolution

Teamwork

Communication

AI interest

Job description

Montgomery is seeking a solicitor to join its Employment, IR & Safety team in Sydney. You will advise clients across sectors on employment law, industrial relations and safety matters.

The role involves strategic advice on enterprise bargaining, workplace change, disputes, compliance and regulator interactions, with exposure to major transactions. Candidates typically have 2-3+ years PQE and strong academic credentials.