Highly Experienced Employment Law Specialist

4 hours ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Herbert Smith Freehills Full time
Employment Law Specialist Opportunity

We are seeking a highly experienced employment law specialist to join our leading team in Perth, Australia. The successful candidate will work closely with partners and other experts to provide strategic advice on employment law, industrial relations, and safety matters.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing team that provides expert advice on a range of employment law and industrial relations matters. As an employment law specialist, you will be responsible for running matters and supervising junior team members.

Key Responsibilities
  • Delivering advice on a range of employment law and industrial relations matters;
  • Providing strategic advice on workforce strategy, enterprise bargaining, industrial disputes, industrial action, regulatory and compliance advice;
  • Working closely with clients to understand their needs and develop solutions;
  • Supervising junior team members and providing guidance and support;
  • Staying up-to-date with changes in employment law and regulations.
Requirements
  • A minimum of 4 years' experience delivering advice on employment law and industrial relations matters;
  • An excellent academic record and strong communication skills;
  • An interest in supporting the team's strategic business development initiatives;
  • Strong skills and experience in providing strategic advice on workforce strategy, enterprise bargaining, industrial disputes, industrial action, regulatory and compliance advice;
  • A hunger to learn and develop, and maintain a market-leading practice.
What We Offer
  • A competitive salary: $150,000 - $200,000 per annum;
  • A collaborative and dynamic work environment;
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities;
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including 26 weeks paid parental leave and a holistic wellbeing fund;
  • The opportunity to work with a world-leading international law firm and contribute to its continued success.

We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and welcome applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds.



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