AssociateSenior Associate Workplace

About Us Hamilton Locke is a law firm evolving the traditional approach to corporate and commercial legal services. We are constantly removing the layers of bureaucracy reacting quickly to change providing exceptional service and finding creative solutions to deliver smart advice. We are part of the HPX Group which was proudly named one of AFR BOSS Best Places to Work 2025. Within that group Hamilton Locke was also recognised as Law Firm of the Year at the 2025 Australian Law Awards a reflection of our commitment to doing things differently and creating an exceptional experience for both our people and clients. We have offices in Sydney Melbourne Brisbane Perth Newcastle and Auckland with our clients located across Australia New Zealand Europe and Asia. The Role We’re looking for an Associate / Senior Associate to join our growing Workplace & Employment team in Perth. This is an opportunity to work alongside Emily Cossgrove and play an integral part of her practice growth and development. Emily’s practice involves advising clients on complex employment issues under the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) preparing executive employment arrangements conducting workplace investigations and resolving industrial a member of Emily’s team you will work closely with Hamilton Locke’s national M&A teams to advise on employment aspects of commercial transactions. We’re looking for someone : with at least 3 years experience (PQE); who has private practice employment law experience; with a genuine passion for employment and workplace law; who wants a fantastic team culture; and with an entrepreneurial and innovative mind‑set. What makes life at Hamilton Locke different We don’t just talk about balance and wellbeing - we invest in experiences that make work genuinely more rewarding. Every year our people have the chance to join the HPX Group Adventure Club - an all-expenses-subsidised trip that brings together colleagues from across Australia and New Zealand for a few days of adventure and trips have taken us hiking in Hobart jet boating in Queenstown and even bungee jumping (for the brave). It’s one of the ways we bring our values of collaboration courage and fun to life. We also run our da Vinci Development Program which gives everyone the opportunity to explore something new - from pottery to pilates (or even climbing Mount Everest) with a subsidy to cover the cost and an extra week of annual leave to make time for it. Because we know when our people are energised curious and connected that’s when we do our best work. How to Apply We prefer to work directly with candidates if you are interested in this role please click the Apply button or contact the consultant details below for more information. For more information on Hamilton Locke please visit or follow us on LinkedIn here. Accessibility and Inclusion At Hamilton Locke our culture is made up of unique backgrounds and varying life experiences. We celebrate our peoples differences across gender gender identity sexual orientation age ability cultural backgrounds and family and caring arrangements. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive barrier-free recruitment process. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments to complete your application please contact us at . Agency Submissions Hamilton Locke does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Recruitment Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to partners hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute as an introduction to the firm and Hamilton Locke will not be liable for a fee. #HamiltonLocke Required Experience : Senior IC Key Skills Business Development, Organizational Management, GAAP, Accounting, Analysis Skills, Meeting Facilitation, Microsoft Powerpoint, Investment Banking, Microsoft Excel, Private equity, Financial Modeling, Writing Skills Employment Type : Full-Time Experience : years Vacancy : 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr