Workplace Relations, Employment & Safety (Senior Associate)

Location:   Melbourne -CBD

State:  VIC

Worktype:  Full Time

  • Join a Leading Workplace Relations, Employment & Safety
  • Senior Associate Level | High-Quality Employer Clients
  • Flexible Working | Genuine Career Progression | Excellent Benefits
  • About the Opportunity
    If you're looking to take the next step in your Workplace Relations career, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

    Joining a highly respected Workplace Relations, Employment & Safety team, you'll work alongside recognised leaders advising an established employer client base on the full spectrum of employment, industrial relations and workplace safety matters. From strategic advisory work through to complex disputes, you'll enjoy exposure to challenging, high-profile matters while receiving exceptional mentoring, genuine career progression and the autonomy to further develop your practice within a collaborative and supportive team.

    The Role
    As a key member of the team, you'll work across a broad range of advisory and contentious matters, including:
    • Advising on employment contracts, workplace policies, performance management and terminations
    • Representing clients in disputes before the Fair Work Commission, Federal Court and relevant State tribunals
    • Assisting with enterprise bargaining, industrial strategy and union engagement
    • Advising on workplace health and safety investigations, incident response and regulatory matters
    • Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers
    • Contributing to business development and marketing initiatives
    About You
    To be successful in this role, you'll ideally bring:
    • 5-7 years' PAE gained within a reputable employment and workplace relations practice (relevant in-house experience will also be considered)
    • Strong technical, drafting and analytical skills
    • Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
    • A genuine commitment to outstanding client service
    • Experience mentoring junior lawyers, or a strong interest in developing others
    • A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for ongoing learning and development    
    What's on Offer?
    In addition to high-quality work and excellent mentoring, our client provides flexible and hybrid working arrangements, discounted health insurance, gym and fitness studio discounts, competitive employee referral bonuses, ongoing learning and professional development opportunities, and a collaborative culture that genuinely values work/life balance.

    About our client
    Our client is a leading national law firm renowned for its technical excellence and longstanding reputation in the market. With a strong commitment to exceptional client service, they foster a collaborative, inclusive and supportive culture where people are empowered to grow, develop their careers and achieve their full potential.
      
    How to Apply
    To apply online, please click on the Apply Now  button.

    Alternatively, for a confidential discussion please contact:
    Sharon Henderson l Partner
    M:  0418 361 199
    E:  sharon@legalpeople.com.au
    Our Ref:  4028628
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