About Gilbert + Tobin (G+T)

Gilbert + Tobin is built on enduring values of excellence, trust, respect, integrity and good corporate citizenship. We are a leading firm with over 500 lawyers, trusted by our clients to navigate today’s increasingly complex world.

We are purpose-built for our clients’ most complex work - across transactions, disputes and regulation. Our partners are leaders in their fields, delivering the highest quality of legal advice and providing an exceptional edge for our clients. They also provide our lawyers the opportunity to work with and learn from them. We are innovators in the use of technology, redefining value and service in the legal industry.

Our open, merit-based culture attracts and inspires the best legal talent. Founded in 1988, G+T’s journey has been one of relentless ambition and rapid progress, achieving extraordinary success in just over three decades.

We remain as determined as ever to be the best it’s possible to be.

About The People Team

With a presence across all our offices, our People team brings together HR generalists and specialists across HR Management, Capability and Development, Talent Acquisition and HR Support. We are a collaborative and high-performing team, committed to partnering with the business and each other to achieve the best outcomes.

About The Role

We have an opportunity for you to join our People Team as our new HR Coordinator in the HR Support team.

This role will see you provide broad administrative support and coordination across all facets of HR, including:

• Manage and action requests through the HR Support inbox
• Support employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, offboarding, performance management, goal setting and remuneration reviews
• Provide administrative support for learning and development programs, including training logistics and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) reporting
• Provide support on summer clerkship and graduate programs
• Monitor and support visa compliance, including VEVO checks and liaison with external providers
• Contribute to wellness and engagement initiatives, such as flu vaccinations, skin checks, social events and team communications
• Support HR projects, policy updates and process improvements
• Act as a key contact for HR systems, providing guidance and troubleshooting support
• Maintain accurate people data and prepare regular and ad hoc HR reports

About You

You will be motivated by the opportunity to gain experience across all areas of HR. To us, it’s not about your experience – it’s about your potential. We’re looking for someone who is detail-oriented, curious and ready to contribute across a broad range of activities.

In addition, you will bring:

• Strong administrative support experience in a corporate or professional environment
• Excellent organisational, time management and prioritisation skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a professional and engaging approach
• Confidence with HR systems and the ability to pick up new technology quickly
• Resilience, problem-solving ability and the capacity to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• A commitment to continuous improvement and delivering excellent client service

What We Will Offer You

Gilbert + Tobin will offer you a friendly, flexible and professional working environment. In addition to top of market remuneration, we provide our people with benefits such as up to 26 weeks’ paid parental leave, additional annual leave, a subsidised café, subsidised gym membership, ‘end of trip facilities’, exclusive retail discounts, social events, and much more, which you can view here: https://www.gtlaw.com.au/careers/benefits

Our offices are based in beautiful sunlit open spaces with panoramic views of the city and easy access to public transport, restaurants, cafes and exercise facilities.

How To Apply

Please apply online via our careers website by submitting your CV together with a short cover letter outlining why you’re interested in the role.

We are committed to providing and maintaining a diverse and inclusive environment and a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute.