We represent one of Australia’s most pre-eminent national law firms.
 
Due to the success and growth of the Sydney employment team, the firm is looking for a lawyer at the senior associate level to join their practice.
 
Employment
 
The employment team specialises in areas of employment law and regulatory investigations. Their clients include some of the largest employers in both public and private sectors, and across a range of different industries.
 
The Sydney employment team is led by three highly regarded partners, who provide support for the development of your individual expertise.
 
Position Description
 
The role will see you working closely with three partners and other senior members on the team. You will have the opportunity to deal with clients in a variety of contentious and non-contentious matters.
 
Your responsibilities will include:

• being a mentor to junior professional staff;
• dealing with marketing and interacting with clients;
• drafting employment contracts;
• advising on disciplinary processes and workplace investigations;
• advising and acting on the implementation of industrial strategies;
• defending unfair dismissal; and
• providing preventative measures and dispute resolution. 

On offer is quality training, autonomy in developing your own area of specialty, and a dynamic team.
 
Requirements
 
Our client is looking for a well-rounded and motivated senior associate to join their Sydney team. The successful candidate for must have a minimum of 4 years’ post admission experience in a reputable practice. Ideally you will have a mixture of litigation and workplace advisory experience.
 
In addition, you will have:

• strong drafting skills;
• advanced communication and client liaison skills;
• in depth knowledge of current laws; and
• an ability to both cooperate with partners and take responsibility in operating independently when required. 

Contact

For further information, please contact Andrew Rees on +61 404 835 853 or arees@montgomeryadvisory.com.au.