Employment/Commercial Lawyer

Lawyer – Commercial & Employment (2+ PAE) | Flexible & Dynamic Firm Industry Legal is growing, and we're looking for a mid-level lawyer to join our team. You'll work directly with the Principal Lawyer, advising national clients across employment and commercial law matters.

We are seeking a lawyer with a minimum of two years' post-admission experience who is confident managing advisory matters, enjoys working directly with clients and values clarity, consistency and practical outcomes.

What you'll do:

Deliver practical legal advice to clients

Draft, review and negotiate a range of legal agreements

Provide legal advice on a variety of employment and commercial law matters

Manage workplace disputes and investigations

Participate in business development and client engagement

Contribute to legal articles and newsletters

Manage a range of client relationships, both ongoing and project-based

Work remotely with support from a skilled paralegal and experienced leadership

What we offer:

Flexible hybrid working (WFH with optional office attendance at our South Brisbane Office)

A supportive and approachable/collaborative team culture

Direct client contact and autonomy

Access to unique, long-standing industry clients

Genuine work-life balance and sustainable billing targets

CPD support and mentoring for your professional growth

Who we're looking for:

A lawyer with 2+ years' PAE

Current admission to practice as a lawyer in Australia is required

Minimum 2+ years' experience in either employment or commercial law

Experience in employment and/or commercial

Confidence managing matters independently, with support where needed

Strong legal analysis and drafting skills

Ability to think on your feet and deliver clear, high-quality legal advice in a timely manner

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with a remote team

About the firm Industry Legal Group is a Brisbane-based commercial and employment law firm with a national client base. We advise businesses, industry bodies and not-for-profits across a wide range of sectors, including automotive, manufacturing, health, retail, hospitality, education and professional services.

Our practice supports both industry associations and independent businesses. While we maintain long-standing relationships with national and state-based industry bodies, we also work directly with a broad range of employers, commercial operators and not-for-profit entities. This variety brings exposure to a wide mix of client needs and legal issues, from ongoing workplace relations support to commercial contracting and regulatory matters.

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