Legal Officer – Full time

3 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Australian Council of Trade Unions (ACTU) Full time

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Position: Legal Officer – Full time

Overview

Professionals Australia is a contemporary and innovative union, representing the industrial and professional interests of a range of professional employees across Australia. Our members include collieries staff, engineers, scientists, pharmacists, managers, IT professionals, translators and interpreters, and architects.

We are committed to growing our membership and building strength by working with our members in their workplaces, across industries and within their professions. We strive to make a positive difference to our members' working and professional lives and we are working hard to gain greater respect, recognition and rewards for our members and the important professional services they deliver.

Role Description

We are looking for a highly motivated and skilled Legal Officer to join our Collieries Staff Division, assisting staff in the coal mining industry. The role will be based in Sydney.

The Role Is Varied In Nature And Include
  • Attending disciplinary meetings with members both on and off site;
  • Attending and appearing in matters before the Fair Work Commission;
  • Providing advice to the Director on contract reviews, employment, safety, award and internal matters;
  • Attending and participating in enterprise bargaining; and
  • Attending meetings with, and advocating on behalf of members in statutory safety investigations
Selection Criteria

We are looking for candidates who have:

  • A law degree or equivalent qualification;
  • A demonstrated commitment to trade union principles;
  • Strong legal and analytical skills;
  • Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills;
  • A current driver's licence;
  • A willingness to travel throughout the coalfields in NSW and QLD;
  • Refined and plain language communication styles;
  • Experience working for a union or other types of campaigning organisations is preferable.
Salary and Conditions

Salary negotiable based on skills and experience. Generous working conditions including hybrid work-from-home arrangements, 12 rostered days off per year and 4 days paid leave between Christmas and New Year. A motor vehicle or motor vehicle allowance may also be negotiated as part of the salary package.

Further Information

People from diverse backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, are strongly encouraged to apply. Applications for this role should address the selection criteria.

How to Apply

Send Applications To:
Robert Coluccio
Director, Collieries Staff Division (Professionals Australia)
rcoluccio@professionalsaustralia.org.au

Application Close

5pm, Friday 5 September 2025

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