Why Sparke Helmore?As an independent Australian firm with a long history and a big heart, we have a rich story to tell. Our spirit is built on the power of relationships with our people, clients and communities.At Sparke Helmore, you’ll be actively involved as part of a diverse, genuine and friendly team. We’ll help you harness your ambition and take your skills to new heights with exposure to outstanding clients and easy access to exceptional leaders and mentors.Your story is yours to define. We’d like to be part of it and for you to be part of ours.We have an exciting opportunity for a Lawyer or Associate to join our Workplace team in Brisbane working with partners, Jackson Inglis and Thea Price.About the team and the workJoin a respected, passionate and one of one of Queensland’s largest workplace teams advising private and government clients across the full spectrum of employment, safety, industrial relations, and regulatory matters.Led by an Accredited Specialist in Workplace Law, you will work directly with clients on workplace incidents, regulatory investigations, and complex criminal prosecutions across multiple jurisdictions.Benefit from strong client relationships, including secondment opportunities, and collaborate nationally across practice groups in a flexible, supportive environment.What the market saysWinner: The Australasian Lawyer 5-Star Employer of Choice, 2023, 2024 & 2025.Winner: Occupational Health and Safety Firm of the Year, AFR’s Best Lawyers, 2024Recommended: Leading Workplace Health & Safety Law Firms-Queensland, 2023About you2+ years' experience as an employment and/or safety lawyer in private practice or in-house, with strong academic credentials and solid knowledge of workplace laws (Fair Work Act, WHS, discrimination, bullying, harassment).Ideally you will have worked on employer-side matters including disciplinary issues, grievances, code of conduct breaches, safety incidents, and drafting liability and prospects advice.Advocacy experience or interest is highly regarded, though candidates with front-end experience only are also encouraged to apply.What Sparke Helmore can offer youOur culture is one which values and celebrates diversity to better represent the communities in which we live and work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to join us - and bring their whole selves to work.We recognise people value things differently. That's why our comprehensive benefits program is wide ranging so that everyone can find something that appeals to them. We're sure you will find something to love about what Sparke Helmore has to offer.To find out more about what is on offer at Sparke Helmore please visit our website:Background Screening: Successful applications will be subject to pre-employment and in some circumstances, ongoing background checks which include a criminal history check.For further information regarding this opportunity please contact Nikki Costelloe on +61 2 4924 7307.
