This is a standout opportunity for a junior employment lawyer who wants strong work, close mentoring and a genuine future. You will join a boutique Sydney employment law practice acting for individuals across unfair dismissal, general protections, adverse action, discrimination and contract-related disputes.

Why you'll love it here

• Do meaningful applicant-side work with real client impact
• Learn directly from a principal with major law firm training
• Join a smaller, agile practice with high-quality standards
• Build direct client relationships early in your career
• Develop advocacy exposure as your experience grows
• Be part of a long-term growth plan, with partnership aspirations welcomed
• Secure a strong $120K-$150K package for a 1-3 year PAE role

About the role

You will work closely with the principal across a busy and growing applicant-side employment law practice, supporting employees, executives and individuals through Fair Work, anti-discrimination and contractual disputes.

• Advise employees and executives on unfair dismissal, general protections and adverse action claims
• Draft correspondence, submissions and court documents for Fair Work Commission and Federal Court proceedings
• Assist with anti-discrimination matters and workplace investigations
• Review and advise on employment contracts, restraint clauses and redundancy entitlements
• Appear in conferences and directions hearings as your experience develops
• Build direct client relationships with individuals navigating difficult career moments

What you'll bring

• 1-3 years PAE in employment law
• Some applicant-side work preferred, but not essential
• Genuine interest in employment law and a long-term commitment to the area
• Strong drafting and communication skills
• Ambition to build towards partnership, not simply stay comfortable
• Current NSW practising certificate in good standing

If you are interested in applying for this role you can apply now through the link below. Your application will be held with the utmost confidentiality. 

Apply now or email your resume to Daniel Cappellacci at daniel@gorillajobs.com.au or call +61 468 718 155 to hear more about the role.

LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielcappellacci/

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