Workplace Relations Specialist

3 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Kennedys Full time

About the Role:


Kennedys is seeking a highly skilled Workplace Relations Specialist to join our employment team in Sydney or Melbourne. As a key member of our team, you will work closely with a renowned Employment Partner to deliver exceptional results in industrial relations, health and safety, discrimination, and employment law matters.


The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Australian employment law, experience in Fair Work Commission and Federal Court processes, and a solid understanding of non-contentious employment matters. You will be responsible for leading on webinars and business development activities, leveraging our global reputation in the legal market.


Team:


You will receive expert guidance and mentorship from our Melbourne Employment Partner, Chris Molnar, who has over 25 years of practicing experience and is accredited by the Law Institute of Victoria as a specialist in workplace relations. You will also be part of a dynamic team of Associates and Paralegals who will provide support and collaboration.


Clients:



  • Global and national insurers and underwriters
  • SMEs
  • Health sector agencies
  • Private clients
  • Public owned entities

Cases:



  • Fair Work Commission, health & safety prosecutions, discrimination, wrongful dismissal, EO, and human rights

Requirements:



  • 8+ years PQE experience with a strong background in workplace relations
  • A solid knowledge and understanding of Australian employment law
  • Experience and knowledge of Fair Work Commission and Federal Court processes and procedures
  • Non-contentious employment experience
  • Ability to run own caseload
  • Leadership abilities and natural flair for building relationships

We welcome applications from candidates with a range of experience levels. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support in order to submit your application to Kennedys.


About Kennedys:


Kennedys is a global law firm with expertise in dispute resolution and advisory services. With over 2,500 people worldwide across 45 offices in the UK, Europe, Middle East, Asia Pacific, and America, we have some of the most respected legal minds in their field.


Our lawyers handle both contentious and non-contentious matters, and provide a range of specialist legal services for many industry sectors, with particular expertise in litigation and dispute resolution, especially in defending insurance and liability claims.


At Kennedys, we develop careers in an innovative global environment. We believe that supporting individual growth and development puts us in the best position to attract and retain talented individuals. Regardless of role or level, everyone has access to virtual learning to help you develop your skills, wherever you are in the world.


We strive to celebrate, empower our people, and ensure everyone can bring their authentic selves to work. We've created a culture based on client service, professional excellence, hard work, and trust, where diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) is a key priority.


Kennedys is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible.

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