Workplace Relations and Safety Lawyer – Senior Associate/Special Counsel
3 days ago
Jackson McDonald is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Associate/Special Counsel with at least 5 years post-admission experience to join our Workplace Relations & Safety team. We are open to both full-time and part-time applicants. You will be involved in advising on unfair dismissal, discrimination, harassment, safety prosecutions, as well as mediation and litigation in court, commission, and tribunal hearings. You will work alongside our experienced partners, Renae Harding and Greg Smith, in providing strategic advice to businesses, not-for-profit organisations, local government, and educational institutions.
Key Responsibilities- Drafting employment contracts and policies;
- Advising on and assisting clients in enterprise bargaining and industrial action;
- Advising on and defending unfair dismissal, breach of award and adverse action claims;
- Advising on legislative requirements and award conditions;
- Defending discrimination matters;
- Safety and employment investigations;
- Advising on and implementing employment arrangements in transfer of business situations;
- Developing and delivering training and workshops relating to work health and safety laws;
- WHS advice, serious incident response and defending safety prosecutions;
- Opportunities for appearance work in litigious matters including attending conciliation and mediation conferences, instructing Counsel and, if you are interested, conducting hearings;
- Developing and delivering training for clients on workplace relations and safety matters.
- A minimum of 5 years post-admission experience in workplace relations and safety;
- Proven experience in handling workplace relations and safety matters, including dispute resolution and litigation;
- A proactive, innovative, and energetic approach to legal practice;
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities;
- High legal standards, with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills; and
- Strong analytical skills and a solutions-focused mindset.
At Jackson McDonald, you will have the opportunity to work on interesting and challenging matters while enjoying a supportive, flexible, and friendly work environment. We value our employees and invest in their professional growth, providing opportunities for continued learning and development. You will also be able to get involved in social, community, and charity initiatives, contributing to causes that are important to us and our team.
What We Can Offer You- Flexible working arrangements.
- Birthday leave.
- Personal development plans supported with in-house CPD seminars, e-Learning and many other opportunities.
- Reward and Recognition Program.
- Free onsite gym with organised classes.
- Dress for your day – if you aren't meeting with clients or guests, dress in a manner that reflects your working day in the office.
- Weekly breakfasts.
- Paid parental leave for staff after 12 months' continuous employment.
Please click Apply to submit your application.
Jackson McDonald is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
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