About the Company
Our client is a well-regarded Brisbane-based law firm delivers specialist expertise in commercial litigation and dispute resolution, servicing clients nationally. With a strong reputation for results and a commitment to client service, their difference lies in the culture — collaborative, values-driven, and genuinely people-first. The firm is led by five Principals and a leadership team that values transparency, empowerment, and long-term career development.
This is a business where HR is viewed as a strategic partner, and your input will be both welcomed and influential.
About the Role
As the People & Culture Advisor, you’ll lead the full HR function across the firm. Reporting to the CFO, this is a broad generalist role responsible for:
- Running end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, and performance processes
- Designing and delivering learning and development programs aligned to team capability and growth
- Supporting and coaching leaders on people matters including performance and employee relations
- Driving HR projects and systems improvements, including HRIS implementation (Employment Hero under consideration)
- Managing the firm’s clerkship and early careers programs
- Leading internal initiatives around recognition, engagement, wellbeing, and culture
- Supporting continuous improvement across systems, processes, and team experience
- You’ll be working closely with the leadership team and have the opportunity to shape the future of HR in a growing, ambitious firm.
About You
We’re looking for an experienced HR generalist who is confident managing the full employee lifecycle and comfortable working autonomously in a professional services environment. You will bring:
- 5+ years’ experience in a HR generalist or advisor role
- A relevant HR degree
- Experience working in professional services or similar corporate environment
- Strong working knowledge of HRIS (Employment Hero experience ideal)
- Demonstrated skills in performance management, employee relations, and training coordination
- A proactive mindset and the confidence to partner with senior leaders
- Strong communication skills, a solutions mindset, and a genuine passion for people and culture
- You’ll be organised, capable, and relationship-driven - someone who wants to be a trusted advisor, not just a doer.
The Benefits
Salary up to $110K + super (based on experience)
- One day WFH per week after onboarding
- Birthday leave and flu shots
- Structured career development and opportunity to step into a P&C Manager role as the business grows
- External business coaching
- A vibrant social culture, with regular team events and celebrations
- Work in a central Brisbane CBD location with engaged leadership and a clear path forward
To apply
Please apply with current resume in Microsoft Word format only (.doc or .docx). If you would like to have a confidential discussion, please contact Catherine Lyttle on 0400 585 530, quoting reference JN -042025-40148. Want to know more about Davidson? Visit us at www.davidsonwp.com
