Legal Australia
Brief us on your next career move
100+ Lawyers
Successfully Placed
Into Australia
Established Network
Across Sydney, Melbourne,
Brisbane, Perth & Regional
Trusted By
Leading Australian
& International Law Firms
Our Team Is Dedicated
To Placing NZ & AU-Qualified
Lawyers Into Australia
Lawyers Relocating
To Australian Firms
Every Month
100+ Lawyers
Successfully Placed
Into Australia
Established Network
Across Sydney, Melbourne,
Brisbane, Perth & Regional
Trusted By
Leading Australian
& International Law Firms
Our Team Is Dedicated
To Placing NZ & AU-Qualified
Lawyers Into Australia
Lawyers Relocating
To Australian Firms
Every Month
Move Your Legal Career to Australia
Tyler Wren is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy focused on helping New Zealand Lawyers and returning Australian expats secure high-quality legal jobs in Australia.
Whether you are looking for higher salaries, faster progression, or international career development, we connect you with top-tier, national, mid-tier, and specialist law firms across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and regional Australia.
Global Reach, Local Support: With dedicated consultants based in both NZ and the UK, we can strategise your relocation at a time that suits you.
Australian Legal Salaries
Lawyers moving from New Zealand to Australia often benefit from:
- Higher base salaries
- Sign-on and relocation bonuses
- Improved annual bonus structures
- Higher Superannuation
- Greater salary progression
- Increased flexibility in larger firms
- More job opportunities further down the line
Salary levels vary depending on:
- Practice area
- PQE level
- Firm tier
- Location
Practice Areas in Demand in Australia
- Banking and Finance Law
- Corporate and Commercial Law
- Construction and Projects Law
- Litigation and Dispute Resolution
- Insurance / Personal Injury Law
- Employment Law
- Health and Safety Law
- Regulatory Law
- Real Estate Law
- Environmental Law
- Class action
- Medico-Legal
We work with:
- Lawyers
- Associates
- Senior Associates
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Special Counsel
-
Legal Executives and Legal Secretaries with 3+ years of experience
Recent Legal Placements in Australia
- Litigation Lawyer – Sydney
- Corporate Lawyer – Melbourne
- Construction Lawyer – Brisbane
- Energy & Resources Senior Associate – Adelaide
- Special Counsel – Sydney
- Real Estate Lawyer – Brisbane
- Energy & Resources Senior Associate – Adelaide
- Commercial Litigation Lawyer – Melbourne
- Senior Corporate Associate – Sydney
- Employment Associate – Perth
- Insurance Lawyer – Sydney
- Workers Compensation Lawyer – Newcastle
How We Help Lawyers Secure Legal Jobs In Australia
Step 1: Confidential Career Consultation
We assess:
- Your legal experience
- Career objectives
- Relocation goals
- Long-term progression plans
Step 2: Market Positioning and Strategy
We advise on:
- Salary expectations
- Optimal timing for relocation
- Target firms and markets
- Career positioning within Australia
Step 3: Targeted Legal Job Search
We provide:
- Direct introductions to Australian law firms
- End to end management of the job search process
- Detailed market insights
- Team structure information
- Partner and culture insights
- Long term progression analysis
Step 4: Interview Management
We prepare candidates with:
- Market intelligence
- Interview strategy
- Technical preparation guidance
- Law firm research support
- Coordination of interviews
Step 5: Offer Negotiation and Relocation Support
We assist with:
- Salary negotiations
- Benefits discussions
- Start dates
- Relocation timing
- Transition planning
Meet the Team
With recruitment experts based in both New Zealand and the UK, our legal team will help you secure top legal jobs in Australia, no matter your current time zone.
Frequently Asked Questions About Moving to Australia as a Lawyer
Can New Zealand lawyers work in Australia?
Yes. New Zealand qualified lawyers can typically transfer and practise in Australia through a relatively straightforward admission process depending on the state jurisdiction.
What Australian law firms hire New Zealand lawyers?
Many top-tier, national, mid-tier, and specialist firms actively recruit New Zealand lawyers. There is more demand in some specialist areas and locations, but, on the whole, New Zealand Lawyers with specialist experience are well received in Australia. Tyler Wren has relationships and agreements with these firms.
How much do lawyers earn in Australia.
Lawyers based in Australia are normally paid more than those in New Zealand, particularly in specialist and high-demand areas of law. Check out our salary guide for more information. Get in touch with one of our dedicated team members to confirm what salary you can command in Australia.
What PQE level is most in demand in Australia?
Demand is typically strongest for lawyers with 2-8 years PQE and specialist experience.
How long does it take to secure a legal job in Australia?
Timeframes vary depending on market conditions and practice area, however from initial interview with our team to receiving a job offer is on average 4 to 6 weeks. NOTE Australian Law firms will wait an extended notice period for highly experienced lawyers, and for those with under 4 years PQE will expect no more than a 3-month notice period.
When should returning legal expats begin their job search?
We recommend starting the process 3 to 4 months before your planned return date. This allows sufficient time for a full market briefing, interview cycles, and notice period management. For those in high-demand practice areas, touching base earlier ensures you don’t miss upcoming opportunities.
About Tyler Wren Legal Recruitment
Tyler Wren is a specialist recruitment consultancy with dedicated legal recruitment expertise across the New Zealand and Australian legal markets.
Our legal recruitment team works closely with lawyers and Australian law firms to deliver strategic career advice, confidential recruitment support, and long term market guidance.
We are recognised for our:
- Deep legal market knowledge
- Strong Australian law firm relationships
- Specialist legal recruitment expertise
- Proven placement track record
- Long term candidate partnerships
Successful Placements Across Leading Australian Law Firms
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