Careers

• Fixed term contract until October 2026
• Launch your HR career with a progressive HR function backing Australia's largest legal partnership
• Well suited to a HR professional who is looking for their next step within professional services

About us

HWLE 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. Firm wide, we have over 280 Partners and 1700 people.

The opportunity

This role is a fantastic opportunity for a People & Development Assistant seeking their next challenge within a true generalist business advisory team. This is a great opportunity offering valuable experience within a supportive team environment. You'll be working with our HR team daily on a variety of people matters, extrapolating people related data, and providing vital coordinative support to the employee lifecycle. You'll also play a key role in our market-leading graduate program, wider HR initiatives and supporting our staff with their career goals. Our HR function is evolving and growing with exciting plans for change, including new systems, initiatives, efficiencies and building out a high performing career development program across all levels.

To succeed in this role, ideally you'll have

• experience providing support to an HR or perhaps a recruitment team, preferably within a fast paced environment
• a proactive approach to your work, including a passion for creative HR ideas, solutions and operations
• passion for enabling seamless people process experiences
• the capability to maintain a high attention to detail, whilst working at pace and among volume
  
  
  

What we offer

• Unrivalled 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.
• Work-Life Balance: We offer flexible work arrangements to support your work-life balance
• 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 it's friendly and down-to-earth culture. We also have sports clubs, social club and monthly firmwide drinks.
• Impact: Join a firm consistently ranked at the forefront of the Australian legal market, where your work is recognised nationally.
  
  
  

How to apply

To apply, please submit your CV via the 'Apply' function. Applicants must have full working rights in Australia to apply. HWL Ebsworth also strongly encourages applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

HWLE 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.