Senior Legal Counsel, Employment Law– Melbourne CBD/Sydney CBD
3 weeks ago
Join to apply for the Senior Legal Counsel, Employment Law – Melbourne CBD/Sydney CBD role at NAB
Our people are customer obsessed. They prioritise the needs and satisfaction of the customer above all else. Our mindset fosters innovation and creates strong, lasting customer relationships as we strive to be the most customer centric company in Australia and New Zealand.
Responsibilities- Provide expert legal advice on employment law matters including enterprise agreements, awards, contracts, workplace investigations, and terminations.
- Monitor and interpret legislative and industrial relations developments, advising on implications for policy, practice, and risk.
- Draft, review, and negotiate employment-related documentation, ensuring legal robustness and alignment with organisational values.
- Partner with senior internal stakeholders across People & Culture, Risk, and Operations as well as external counsel and regulators to embed legal risk management into NAB's workforce strategy.
- Influence policy development and contribute to enterprise-wide decision-making on employment practices and compliance.
- Lead or support responses to regulatory inquiries, disputes, and litigation involving employment matters.
- Lead, coach, and develop legal professionals within the Employment Legal team.
- Promote the strategic value of employment law across the organisation, translating legal complexity into clear, actionable guidance.
- Manage relationships with external counsel and regulators, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective legal support.
- Deep knowledge of employment law, industrial relations, and workplace legislation.
- Proficiency in drafting and negotiating employment contracts, policies, and settlement agreements.
- Proven ability to build trusted relationships with senior leaders, People & Culture, Risk, and external counsel.
- Skilled in translating legal advice into clear, commercially relevant guidance.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, tailored to diverse audiences.
- Familiarity with regulatory bodies and processes (e.g. Fair Work Commission, AHRC).
- A collaborative mindset and commitment to ethical, people-centred legal practice.
A diverse and inclusive workplace works better for everyone. We know that our people make us who we are. That is why we have built a culture of equity and respect – where everyone feels valued and appreciated for being their authentic selves. We are committed to providing an environment where you can work your way.
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Seniority level- Mid-Senior level
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Tasmania, Australia Nab Full timeSenior Legal Counsel, Employment Law – Melbourne CBD/Sydney CBD Join to apply for the Senior Legal Counsel, Employment Law – Melbourne CBD/Sydney CBD role at NAB Our people are customer obsessed.They prioritise the needs and satisfaction of the customer above all else.Our mindset fosters innovation and creates strong, lasting customer relationships as we...
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