Work with Us.
Are you tired of the bureaucracy and politics of big firms, but still want to work on market leading transactions?
Do you want to make a positive contribution in a culture lead meritocracy? Where your opportunities are only limited by your imagination, and your potential will be nurtured and supported. Where a culture of collaboration is lived every day, and your contribution is measured not only through your time sheets?
Free from old firm thinking, we truly partner with clients to deliver a superior client experience, driven primarily by our unrivalled people experience. Put simply, our environment allows our people to be the best version of themselves, which enables them to do their best work, and which ultimately makes our clients happy. This is win-win-win.
We put our people experience at the centre of everything we do. We aim to increase ‘wow’ moments and eliminate rub-points. How do we do this?
Accessibility and Inclusion
At Hamilton Locke, our culture is made up of unique backgrounds and varying life experiences. We celebrate our people’s 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.
Visa sponsorship for experienced lawyers
We offer visa sponsorship opportunities for experienced overseas-qualified lawyers looking to relocate to Australia.
Join our supportive and dynamic team, where you’ll have the chance to grow professionally and contribute to challenging and rewarding legal matters.
We prefer to work with direct applicants and rarely engage recruitment agencies on these opportunities. If you’re interested in relocating to Australia, we encourage you to apply directly.
Take the next step in your career and explore exciting opportunities with us in Australia.
To assist with your transition, we have developed an information pack to help you navigate some of the practical and professional aspects involved in relocating to Australia.
Job Search.
Please see a selection of the current opportunities available at the firm listed below.
Don’t see what you’re looking for? We’re always on the lookout for talented, like-minded people to join our team. Submit your expression of interest and if the right role comes up, we’ll reach out.
Lawyer (3-4 years PQE) – Corporate
We’re looking for a Lawyer to join our market-leading Corporate Practice, recognised by both Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners.
Category: Legal ProfessionalLocation: Melbourne, VIC
Work Type: Full Time – Permanent
Legal Executive Assistant – Litigation
We are looking for an experienced Legal Executive Assistant who will play a pivotal role in supporting our Litigation partners and the broader litigation practice group, fostering a trusted partnership built on discretion and professionalism.
Category: Operations / HQLocation: Sydney, NSW 2000
Work Type: Full Time – Permanent
Senior Lawyer/Senior Associate – New Energy
We’re looking for a Senior Lawyer or Senior Associate to join our rapidly growing New Energy team.
Category: Legal ProfessionalLocation: Sydney, NSW 2000
Work Type: Full Time – Permanent
Associate/Senior Associate – Workplace & Employment
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.
Category: Legal ProfessionalLocation: Perth, WA 6000
Work Type: Full Time – Permanent
Senior Associate – Funds & Financial Services
We’re looking for a Senior Associate to join our Funds & Financial Services team, recognised as a Band 1 ranked firm in the Chambers and Partners Fintech Legal Guide 2025.
Category: Legal ProfessionalLocation: Sydney, NSW 2000
Work Type: Full Time – Permanent
Lawyer – Funds & Financial Services
Join our highly ranked Funds & Financial Services team, recognised in the Chambers and Partners Fintech Legal Guide 2025 as a Band 1 ranked firm.
Category: Legal ProfessionalLocation: Brisbane, QLD
Work Type: Full Time – Permanent
Lawyer – Litigation & Disputes
Category: Legal ProfessionalLocation: Sydney, NSW 2000
Work Type: Full Time – Permanent
Legal Executive Assistant
We’re looking for a highly organised, dependable Legal Executive Assistant to join our growing Brisbane office. This is a full-time role supporting Partners and their teams and offers the rare chance to be involved in the heart of our client and business development activity.
Category: Operations / HQLocation: Brisbane, QLD
Work Type: Full Time – Permanent
Senior Associate / Special Counsel – Banking & Finance
Are you tired of the bureaucracy and politics of big firms, but still want to work on quality transactions? We’re looking for a Senior Associate or Special Counsel to join our rapidly expanding Banking & Finance team. We’re a diverse group, and are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, hard-working and fun.
Category: Legal ProfessionalLocation: Perth, WA 6000
Work Type: Full Time – Permanent
Expression of Interest – Hamilton Locke
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Expression of Interest: Casual Paralegal
We are regularly looking for casual paralegals to join our rapidly growing team. As a casual paralegal, you will expect to work closely within our various practice areas. Some of the tasks that you may be expected to do include conducting research, drafting memos or advices, conducting due diligence and preparing briefs to counsel.
Category: ParalegalLocation: ,
Work Type: Casual
