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A true meritocracy model - be promoted by your contribution and not held back by outdated structuresFlexible 3:2 work arrangementsGenerous leave policies including purchased, parental and performance reward leaveAbout usHWL Ebsworth is not your typical law firm. Our rapid rise to become the largest legal partnership in Australia shows that, in our case, the differences are real. We deliver first class legal advice to our government and commercial clients in every State and Territory across Australia.The OpportunityOur Workplace Relations & Safety team advises both large and small corporate clients as well as government and statutory authorities. It is an employer practice acting for public and private sector employers across all industries. They work closely with their clients, partnering with them to achieve true commercial outcomes that improve the working lives of their employees.We have a supportive and collaborative team, a healthy work-life balance, and a transparent pathway for career growth.To succeed in this role, ideally, you''ll havedemonstrated experience working across both contentious and non-contentious employment matters;broad experience providing advice on employment and safety matters;general litigation experience would be well regarded and applicants with limited workplace relations or safety experience, but with strong experience in insurance or general litigation, plus a keen interest to specialise in workplace relations, are strongly encouraged to apply;excellent communication, analytical and interpersonal skills;a proven record of building relationships with clients, taking the lead on matters and working cooperatively with team members including juniors; anda genuine appetite to assist in growing the practice.What we offerUnrivalled career pathways: Our unique meritocracy model proudly offers our staff career development, promoting talent based solely on merit. Our size, range of experience and competitive pricing model will provide you with everything you need to succeed. Unlike our competitors, our Solicitor to Partner ratio enables greater mentoring and client engagement compared to our competitors. Our 180 day career forecasting sessions provide the platform to fast-track your progression.Location: Our cutting-edge office is conveniently located in the heart of the Sydney CBD amidst a fast-pace, high-networking legal community.Great culture and a huge networking platform: Be part of a firm renowned for its friendly and down-to-earth culture. Sign up for our ''Latte Link-Up'' program to connect with members of the firm outside of your practice group, across all levels from shared business services through to C-Suite! We also have sports clubs, social club and monthly firmwide drinks.Prestige: Join a firm consistently ranked at the forefront of the Australian legal market, where your work is recognised nationally.How to applyTo apply, please submit your CV via the ''Apply'' function. Applicants must have full working rights in Australia and a valid practising certificate to apply. HWL Ebsworth also strongly encourages applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.HWL Ebsworth strives to create an inclusive environment where our people want and feel comfortable to bring their entire selves to work. Varied perspectives contribute to our collective success so whatever your background, we''d love to hear from you and encourage you to apply. If you have reasonable accessibility requirements that will enable you to participate equitably in our recruitment process, please reach out to Laura Harrison for a confidential discussion. #J-18808-Ljbffr