Senior Lawyer

Employment Lawyers, PAE + 5 years
Who are we?Bennett is Western Australia’s leading litigation and dispute resolution firm. With one of the largest litigation teams in Western Australia, our high performing team has the capability and experience to effectively handle the largest and most complex disputes. Our litigation team is complemented by market leading intellectual property, employment and commercial practices.Bennett prides itself on recruiting the very best talent in all areas of our practice. If you are passionate about the law and are ready to bring your knowledge, experience and enthusiasm to Bennett, we would love to hear from you.
The opportunityBennett is currently looking for a number of senior lawyers to join our growing team. Working in a unique and flexible environment that facilitates collaboration across our team of experienced legal practitioners, you will be responsible for the management of complex and varied employment, industrial relations and workplace health and safety matters.This is an ideal role for a lawyer with 5+ years’ PAE, you would work with our team to provide practical, strategic, and forward-looking advice to clients on the workplace issues that can arise at every stage of the employment relationship. Formulating practical and business-aligned solutions and representing clients before the Fair Work Commission, tribunals, and courts as required. You will have the opportunity to work on contentious high-stakes employment disputes and litigation in superior courts.
About youTo be successful in your application for this position you will:have a minimum of 5 years’ post admission experience working in a similar role within employment at a reputable firm or firms;have superior drafting skills for legal document preparation and a detailed understanding of the legal processes across all jurisdictions;have a demonstrated ability to work autonomously within a fast-paced environment with exceptional time management skills;have a high level of attention to detail, accuracy and confidentiality;demonstrate sound commercial understanding and judgement;have excellent written and oral communication skills, including persuasive written advocacy skills;be confident in managing client relationships;be confident in supervising junior practitioners and administrative staff, and effectively manage a team; andbe an energised and collegiate team member who enjoys a challenge.
Applicants with experience in employment-related litigation or commercial litigation in superior and inferior courts will be viewed favourably.
What makes Bennett a great place to workAs well as a competitive remuneration package including bonuses, as a Bennett employee you will enjoy many benefits including bespoke professional and business development programs, our Bennett Leave Day, health and well-being programs, an energised and social workplace, fun events, generous paid parental leave, flexible work arrangements and much more.Bennett is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. Applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island descent are encouraged. We welcome and value the positive benefits that people’s different life experiences bring, especially as they relate to gender, sexual orientation, culture, faith disability and life stages.