Associate, Workplace, Health & Safety

Why Sparke Helmore? As an independent Australian firm with a long history and a big heart, we have a rich story to tell. Our spirit is built on the power of relationships with our people, clients and communities. At Sparke Helmore, you'll be actively involved as part of a diverse, genuine and friendly team. We'll help you harness your ambition and take your skills to new heights with exposure to outstanding clients and easy access to exceptional leaders and mentors. Your story is yours to define. We'd like to be part of it and for you to be part of ours. We have an opportunity for an Associate to join our Workplace, Health & Safety team in Sydney working with Bill Kritharas. About the team and the work Join a dynamic team of lawyers who act for both private and public sector clients in relation to workplace health and safety incidents, prosecution proceedings and inquests, undertaking workplace and incident investigations, advising in relation to incident management, psychosocial incidents, regulatory investigations, WHS systems and workplace culture, road transport and heavy vehicle national laws, building safety and building litigation. Work on a wide variety of matters, be encouraged to work autonomously whilst being supported by a national team of specialist lawyers. The national workplace team consists of the employment and safety teams and collaborates across interests and borders and your legal skills will become well-honed with the diversity of work. Gain exposure to clients across a range of industries and jurisdictions, work with Commonwealth, state, and local governments, as well as construction, transport, food, FMCG and energy clients. What the market says Leading: Workplace Health & Safety Law Firm - NSW - Doyle's Guide, 2026 Winner: Occupational Health and Safety Firm of the Year, AFR's Best Lawyers, 2024 Listed: Best Lawyers in Australia (2025) for Labour and Employment Law Stand Out Winner: 5-Star Employer of Choice (Employee Experience and Wellbeing), 2025 Ranked: Lawyers Weekly Top 25 Attraction Firm, 2025 (16th) About you You will have 2+ years' experience gained in a well-regarded Workplace Healthy and Safety or Employment law practice. You will have experience or a keen interest in investigations, prosecutions, and inquests as well as well-developed analytical and drafting skills. Be collaborative and have exceptional communication and organisational skills. What Sparke Helmore can offer you Our culture is one which values and celebrates diversity to better represent the communities in which we live and work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to join us - and bring their whole selves to work. We recognise people value things differently. That's why our comprehensive benefits program is wide ranging so that everyone can find something that appeals to them. We're sure you will find something to love about what Sparke Helmore has to offer. To find out more about what is on offer at Sparke Helmore please visit our website: Join us We believe the best stories are shared Background Screening: Successful applications will be subject to pre-employment and in some circumstances, ongoing background checks which include a criminal history check. For further information regarding this opportunity please contact Nikki Costelloe on +61 2 4924 7307. Welcome The best stories are those that are shared. We are looking for talented people who want to be a part of our story. Explore our current opportunities, apply to the ones you are interested in exploring and keep track of your progress through the recruitment process. We look forward to learning more about you.