Employment Lawyer
4 weeks ago
Job Summary
Norton Rose Fulbright is a leading global legal practice providing comprehensive business law services to top corporations and financial institutions.
We are seeking an experienced Employment Lawyer to join our dynamic team in Melbourne, working alongside Partners and colleagues on high-profile litigious and non-litigious employment matters across various sectors.
This exciting opportunity offers the chance to work with a reputable international firm, delivering exceptional results for clients and contributing to the growth of our Employment & Labour practice group.
About the Role
Main Responsibilities
- Advise clients on WHS and employment legal compliance
- Represent employers in defence of WHS prosecutions and enforcement notices
- Advise and represent employers during regulatory investigations
- Act for employers in unfair dismissal, discrimination, and general protections claims
- Provide guidance on industrial relations matters, including right of entry, disputes, enterprise bargaining, and industrial action
- Advising on post-employment confidentiality and restraint of trade disputes
- Manage employee disciplinary and performance issues, as well as organisational restructures and commercial transactions
- Work collaboratively with national and global teams on cross-border matters and project delivery
- Conduct business development initiatives, including client training, seminars, and tender documents
Requirements
Key Qualifications
- A minimum years PQE working in a reputable employment law practice
- Experience working across contentious and non-contentious employment matters
- WHS expertise and a desire to contribute to this area
- Excellent written, drafting, and verbal communication skills
- Strong time management and organisational skills
About Us
Norton Rose Fulbright Australia
We pride ourselves on being a collaborative culture that fosters genuine career prospects and professional development opportunities. Our recognition as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality and a gold tier employer for LGBTI Inclusion reflects our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace.
We encourage discussions about flexible and hybrid work arrangements and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates.
The successful candidate will be rewarded with a competitive salary package commensurate with relevant experience, estimated at AU$120,000 - AU$180,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.
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