Ready to elevate your career in a collaborative, high-performing environment? We're looking for lawyers with 2+ years’ PAE who bring strong front-end experience having worked on projects in major construction, infrastructure, energy and/or resources sectors.

About the role:

Work directly with a key Partner and gain direct exposure to international and tier-one company clients. The firm’s client base is impressive and diverse, from public and private blue-chip companies to global financial institutions and government organisations.

Develop and refine your technical expertise on projects within the energy sector, as well as gain hands-on experience through collaborating with teams in other areas such as project finance, major construction and transport  (port access and major haulage agreements).

Some of your responsibilities may include:

  • Drafting, negotiating, and advising on risk management, project structuring, and implementation strategies across key sectors such as energy & resources, mining, infrastructure, transport and logistics.

  • Reviewing, drafting and advising on a range of contracts including EPC/EPCM, Power Purchase Agreements,  supply agreements, haulage contracts and services agreements.

  • Drafting and negotiating share/asset sales and acquisitions.

  • Provide strategic contract administration across major resources, development/infrastructure projects and general construction matters.

Who we’re looking for:

  • Commercially savvy lawyers with 2-4 years’ PAE from a top-tier or national firm working on front-end projects, infrastructure and contracts within the energy & resources sector (construction experience will also be highly regarded).

  • Experience with drafting, negotiating and advising on contracts.

  • Self-driven lawyers with a growth mindset who thrive in a collaborative team environment.

The benefits:

  • Front-row access to client engagement, working alongside sophisticated, tier-one clients and partners.

  • Opportunities for rapid career progression.

  • Flexibility to work from home.

  • Market leading salary and excellent employee benefits program, including well-being initiatives and social events.

To learn more about this role, please contact Courtney Alexander on 0476 797 548 or by email at ca@kbelegaltalent.com.au.

Due to organic growth, our client is seeking a lawyer with 3+ years’ PAE across insolvency, restructuring and/or commercial litigation to join its established WA insolvency practice.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a lawyer who is looking to take on greater responsibility and further their career within a high-performing and collaborative team.

About the role:

You’ll work on a broad mix of insolvency, restructuring and turnaround matters for clients from a range of sectors, providing advice and representation in relation to both contentious and non-contentious matters dealing with issues such as:

  • The application of the PPSA and related legislation.

  • Corporate recovery strategies, including enforcement proceedings and negotiations.

  • Voluntary administrations and execution of DOCAs.

  • Liquidations, bankruptcies, and receiverships.

  • Trust-related disputes.

  • Safe harbour provisions and directors’ duties.

Who we’re looking for:

  • Lawyers with 3+ years’ PAE in restructuring and insolvency, or a strong background in commercial litigation with some insolvency exposure from a top-tier, national or boutique firm.

  • Prior experience with providing dispute resolution services (or a willingness to learn) such as drafting of court documents, affidavits, submissions, and conducting court appearances is highly desirable.

  • Exceptional drafting skills and commercial acumen.

  • A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with sharp analytical and problem-solving skills.

The benefits:

  • Competitive salary and generous bonus structure.

  • Low billable targets and a healthy work/life balance.

  • Direct access to high-quality work and clients.

  • Excellent mentorship from experienced Partners.

  • Warm, inclusive team culture with regular social events and annual staff trips.

To learn more about this role, please contact Courtney Alexander on 0476 797 548 or by email at ca@kbelegaltalent.com.au.

Multiple opportunities for Corporate/M&A Lawyers - International, national, and boutique law firms seeking lawyers with 2+ years PAE through to SA/SC levels.

These roles provide an opportunity for corporate lawyers to join exceptional legal teams headed by highly regarded professionals, who service the top end of the market and routinely come up against the international firms.

Associate / Senior Associate (5-8+ years’ PAE): Work with a top-tier international firm and play an active role in driving corporate/M&A matters across industries including power, energy and resources and oil and gas. 

Associate / Senior Associate (2-5+ years’ PAE): Join a preeminent national firm and manage high-calibre corporate/M&A work with direct client engagement and a varied workload.

Associate/Senior Associate (3-12+ years’ PAE): Work with an internationally recognised firm, handling large-scale M&A, private equity, corporate restructuring, and ECM matters.

Senior Associate (5-8 years’ PAE): Work with a specialist boutique firm on high-profile M&A deals and complex transactional matters within the energy, resources and infrastructure sectors - no formal billable targets!

Senior Associate (4-8 years’ PAE): Work with a quality firm with national presence, advising the tech and start up industries from mid-cap, junior and micro markets.

To learn more about these roles, please contact Courtney Alexander on 0476 797 548 or by email at ca@kbelegaltalent.com.au.

We are working with international and preeminent boutique law firms to secure Litigation Lawyers with 1-12+ years’ PAE to join their teams. 

These opportunities are perfect for lawyers eager to fast-track their careers with top firms and highly respected Partners, who truly invest in their people and prioritise career growth.

Junior Lawyer / Associate – Commercial & Insurance Litigation (1-3 years’ PAE): Join a global top-tier law firm and work alongside a highly respected Partner in a close-knit team, backed by national support. Advise on commercial litigation, large scale construction disputes and professional indemnity liability disputes.

Associate / Senior Associate – Litigation & Dispute Resolution (1–5 years’ PAE): Join a leading national firm with a strong reputation across Australia, working alongside preeminent Partners on high-level commercial litigation matters.

Associate / Senior Associate - Litigation & Disputes (4-12 years’ PAE): Work with a high-performing, down-to-earth team with extensive client contact, advising major corporations, SMEs, and HNW individuals on a variety of litigated matters.

Lawyer / Associate (1-5 years’ PAE): A rare opportunity to do big firm work in a boutique firm environment. Work on a variety of commercial and insurance litigation matters, such as workers’ compensation, medical negligence, professional indemnity and construction disputes. 

Who we are looking for:

We would like to speak with lawyers with 1-12+ years’ PAE from a national/international firm, boutique firm, or suburban law firm. Ideally, you will have experience in commercial, commercial litigation and/or insurance law.

To learn more about these roles, please contact Courtney Alexander on 0476 797 548 or ca@kbelegaltalent.com.au.

A rare opportunity has become available at one of WA’s most highly respected plaintiff personal injury firms, renowned for their exceptional expertise and quality of client-care, for an experienced lawyer to join their team. 

We are looking to connect with ambitious lawyers with 4-7+ years’ PAE working in personal injury (plaintiff or defendant) who are ready to manage a diverse case load of high-value, complex claims with strong paralegal support in a collaborative and friendly environment. 

About the role: 

Working alongside a highly experienced, approachable and award-winning team, you will autonomously manage a caseload of litigated personal injury matters, including motor vehicle, medical negligence, workers’ compensation (statutory and common law) and public liability claims. 

Some of your key responsibilities will include: 

  • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating legal documents while managing files with strong commercial awareness. 

  • Taking new client enquiries and evaluating claims thoroughly, assessing both liability and quantum of damages. 

  • Taking a client-focused approach, building and maintaining strong client relationships.

  • Providing guidance and mentorship to junior lawyers and help to foster their professional growth.

The benefits:

  • Top of market salary package on offer, commensurate with experience.  

  • No billable hours! Rather, the role is outcome-focused with an annual fee budget instead, with additional bonus schemes.

  • Flexible work arrangements – work from home options available, and the firm is open to considering part-time applicants (3 or 4 days per week).

To learn more about this role, please contact Courtney Alexander on 0476 797 548 or ca@kbelegaltalent.com.au.

We are seeking Associate and Senior Associate lawyers with 1-8+ years’ PAE to join reputable firms, offering diverse opportunities in Employment and Industrial Relations.

Senior Associate – Employment & IR: Join a global leader in WA’s ER/IR sector with autonomy over your client base and career progression to partnership.

Associate – Workplace Relations, Employment & Safety: Work with a renowned partner at a national firm, advising ASX 200 companies and government clients.

Associate/Senior Associate – Employment: Join an international firm with strong career development, competitive salary, and flexible working options.

Senior Associate – Employment & Workplace Relations: Work in a leading national team advising top-tier clients on diverse employment matters, with great benefits and supportive culture.

Associate/Senior Associate - Employment: A boutique firm led by one of WA’s leading Employment Partners is seeking lawyers with some prior exposure in employment, workplace relations and/or health & safety matters. Advise local, national and global clients.

Returning Perth residents and interstate/overseas lawyers are encouraged to apply.

To learn more about these roles, please contact Sam Turton on 0481 714 388 or st@kbelegaltalent.com.au.

KBE Legal Talent is partnering with preeminent international / national law firms and many of Western Australia's leading boutique firms to secure Salaried and Equity Partners across various practice areas.

With several of our clients looking to expand their existing practice groups and build new teams, we have multiple opportunities for senior lawyers to advance their careers and position yourself for success in 2025.

Many of our clients are prioritising strategic growth in 2025 after rapidly gaining market-share in Perth and nationally in recent years.

Seeking Partners, SCs & SAs for the following areas:

• Banking & Finance (project finance, corporate, structured finance)

• Construction, Infrastructure & Major Projects

• Corporate/M&A

• Energy & Resources

• Environment & Native Title

• Family Law

• Insolvency & Restructuring

• Litigation & Disputes

• Workplace Relations

We would like to speak with Partners, Special Counsel, and Senior Associates, with transportable client networks or fee bases, ideally in the vicinity of $250,000+. We’re also keen to hear from Sole Practitioners who may be considering joining international, national, or boutique teams. 

For a confidential discussion on the current partnership opportunities in the Perth legal market please contact Chris Bates on 0411 645 984 or by email at cb@kbelegaltalent.com.au.

A number of high profile national and boutique firms are looking to secure high calibre Insurance and Personal Injury Lawyers to join their expanding practice groups.

These roles offer competitive salaries, flexible working conditions, and fast-tracked career progression.

We have opportunities for both defendant and plaintiff lawyers at various levels:

Insurance Lawyers (2+ years’ PAE): Join a boutique firm led by one of Perth’s top insurance lawyers, working on a range of defendant insurance matters. Enjoy a collaborative culture and flexible working arrangements.

Insurance Lawyer – Associate/Senior Associate (4-8 years’ PAE): Work with award-winning Partners at a national firm, advising on personal injury insurance matters for major insurers. Competitive salary, strong team culture, and community involvement.

Personal Injury Lawyer (2-5+ years’ PAE): Join a highly regarded WA-based plaintiff firm, managing diverse personal injury cases with support from experienced Directors and staff. Flexible work and on-site parking available.

We are looking for lawyers with 1+ years’ PAE up to Senior Associate/Special Counsel, with experience in defendant or plaintiff personal injury matters.

To learn more about these roles, please contact Courtney Alexander on 0476 797 548 or ca@kbelegaltalent.com.au.

KBE Legal Talent is working exclusively with a rapidly growing boutique law firm who is looking to expand its service offering through M&A activity.

The firm, known for its expertise in several specialist areas of law, is seeking law firms or sole practitioners to join their team and enhance its service offering by adding senior lawyers and teams who bring additional practice areas and service offerings, across: 

• Commercial Law

• Generalist Law

• Property & Conveyancing

• Migration Law

• Wills & Estate Planning / Tax

• Workplace Relations

The firm is particularly interested in speaking with boutique firms and sole practitioners who have a transportable fee/client base and are willing to purchase entire firms, depending on the cost/benefit and other factors, where there are opportunities to leverage joint networks to grow the practice.

For further information please contact Chris Bates on 0411 645 984 or by email at cb@kbelegaltalent.com.au.

We are currently working on several exciting opportunities for Property Lawyers eager to take on high-profile cases and deliver strategic legal solutions across a diverse range of complex property matters.

We are seeking Associates and Senior Associates for the following roles:

Property & Leasing Associate/Senior Associate (3-6+ years PAE): Join a national firm with a competitive salary, advising ASX-listed clients on complex property transactions, subdivisions, and development matters.

Senior Property Lawyer (5+ years PAE): Work with a leading boutique firm offering international reach, low billable targets, and a generous bonus. Handle a broad range of property and commercial matters.

Junior Lawyer/Associate – Property & Commercial (3-5 years PAE): Join a growing boutique firm with direct exposure to senior partners, covering commercial, leasing, and property transactions.

To learn more about these roles, please contact Sam Turton on 0481 714 388 or st@kbelegaltalent.com.au.

A rapidly growing boutique law firm seeks an experienced Senior Litigation Lawyer to further build and lead its Litigation & Disputes practice group. The firm is experiencing strong, consistent growth with enough work to support a senior/Partner level hire, offering a rewarding career development opportunity for the right lawyer. 

About the role:

Collaborating with the firm’s existing Partners with international law firm experience, you will lead a broad commercial litigation & disputes caseload while supporting the firm’s continued growth plans. The role will involve acting for a diverse range of clients, including corporates, SMEs, private companies, and HNW individuals.

Who we are looking for:

If you’re a sole practitioner or Partner looking to join a genuinely supportive team, or a SC/SA facing a glass ceiling at your current firm, this could be an excellent opportunity to join a high performing, outcome-focused, and collaborative team. 

To learn more about this role, please contact Chris Bates on 0411 645 984 or by email at cb@kbelegaltalent.com.au.

Leading Family Law firms in Perth CBD and the South West are seeking Family Lawyers at various levels who are looking to grow in their careers.

Family Lawyer – Senior & Junior: Join a top-tier family law firm, advising high-net-worth clients with complex asset structures. Enjoy a relaxed yet high-performing work environment with supportive leadership.

Family Lawyer – Associate: Work with a highly respected Partner on high-profile matters, offering career development, mentorship, and flexible working options in a modern office setting.

Family Lawyer – Associate: Join a vibrant, energetic team advising high-net-worth clients. Benefit from a collaborative environment, free gym membership, and well-being programs.

Family Lawyer – Associate/Senior Associate (Mandurah): Advise high-profile clients on complex family law matters in a close-knit, supportive team with flexible working arrangements.

Family Lawyer / Wills & Estates – South West: Seeking lawyers for a lifestyle change in the South West, offering flexible hours, school-friendly arrangements, and a supportive work environment.

To learn more about these roles, please contact Sam Turton on 0481 714 388 or st@kbelegaltalent.com.au.

KBE Legal Talent is working with top-tier and mid-tier law firms across the UK to recruit Australian-qualified lawyers for multiple exciting roles.

We have opportunities for Associates and Senior Associates in the following practice areas:

- Banking & Finance and Financial Services Regulation
- Commercial/TMT/IP
- Construction, Infrastructure & Projects
- Corporate/M&A & Equity Capital Markets
- Employment Law
- Energy & Resources
- Environment & Planning (incl. Local Government)
- Funds, Pensions & Incentives

These roles offer the chance to work with prestigious clients and Partners, including those at Magic Circle firms, gaining world-class international experience.

Why make the move?

- Work in dynamic UK legal markets
- Boost your career with top-tier firms
- Join a thriving Australian expat community

To learn more about these opportunities, please contact Courtney Alexander on 0476 797 548 or by email at ca@kbelegaltalent.com.au.  

We have been engaged by a leading international firm to secure Banking & Finance Lawyers at all levels to join their growing team. This is an opportunity to join an exceptional firm where the Partners are held in high regard across Australia and internationally for their expertise.

This team acts for major mining and resources companies, multinationals, and completes complex B&F work for borrowers (major corporations and mid-cap companies) as well as both domestic and international financiers.

About the role:

Given this team’s current volume of work, we are seeking lawyers at the SA, Associate, and Junior Lawyer levels, to provide advice on a full range of corporate, major projects, resources, property, and structured finance transactions to leading organisations.

Who we are looking for:

We are interested in speaking with B&F Lawyers with 2-15+ years’ PAE, either with prior experience in B&F or an interest in learning this area of law – ideally from leading national or international firms. The successful candidates will be motivated individuals with strong technical knowledge and a dedication to delivering exceptional client service.

To learn more about these roles, please contact Chris Bates on 0411 645 984 or by email at cb@kbelegaltalent.com.au.