Industrial Registrar, Industrial Relations Commission of Nsw

Division: Courts Tribunals and Service Delivery
- Location: Sydney, NSW, AU, 2000 Parramatta, NSW, AU, 2150
- Req ID: 77509

**Location**: Sydney CBD and Parramatta

**Employment Type**: Full-time, Ongoing

**Salary**:Ranging from $164,865 to $169,359 per annum, plus employer superannuation contribution and annual leave loading.

**Who we are**
- The Industrial Relations Commission of NSW (IRC) is established under the _Industrial Relations Act 1996_. It plays a vital role in the NSW justice system by:

- Setting remuneration and employment conditions;
- Resolving industrial disputes;
- Hearing and determining industrial matters;
- Investigating and reporting on matters referred by the Minister;
- Exercising additional functions under relevant legislation.
- The IRC also includes the Industrial Court, a superior court of record with jurisdiction over work health and safety (WHS) matters and industrial relations issues.

**About the Role**
- As the Industrial Registrar you will fulfil all statutory and delegated quasi-judicial functions while delivering high-quality, professional support to the President, Judges, Commissioners and commission users. The role requires an in-depth understanding of the broad types of matters filed in the IRC.
- Key responsibilities include:

- Performing all statutory functions as set out in the _Industrial Relations Act 1996_ and associated legislation including regulating industrial organisations;
- Conducting case management, directions and other hearings in accordance with Practice Notes, appliable rules and legislation;
- Providing high-level legal and procedural advice;
- Mentoring the Deputy Industrial Registrar;
- Ensuring the efficient and lawful operation of Registry functions.
- This is a frontline/in-person role based in Sydney CBD and Parramatta. Remote work is not applicable.

**About You**
- To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate:

- Strong legal expertise and advocacy skills;
- High levels of integrity and professionalism;
- Resilience and sound judgement in handling complex matters;
- A commitment to justice and public service;
- The ability to work independently and manage a high volume of work.

**Essential Requirements**
- Admission as a legal practitioner in Australia;
- A minimum of five years’ post-admission experience as a lawyer in NSW;
- Demonstrated legal capability, including litigation and advocacy;
- Comprehensive knowledge of industrial law, relevant legislation, and court procedures;
- A strong understanding of the IRC’s role within the NSW justice system;
- Willingness to attend the registry and sit in Court as required.
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- We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. If you meet the essential requirements and the role resonates with you, please apply.

**What We Offer**
- Professional Development: Access tailored leadership development programs, and opportunities to contribute to cross-agency projects.
- Health & Wellbeing Support: Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, wellbeing initiatives, and access to fitness and lifestyle benefits.
- Inclusive Culture: Be part of a workplace that values diversity, inclusion and respectful leadership.
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**Work That Matters**
- Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners, to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It’s work that really matters.

**Ready to Join Us?**
- Click Apply, attach your:

- Resume (maximum 5 pages);
- Cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements of the role.

**Applications close**30th September 2025 at 11:59pm.

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- Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.

**Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit**
- We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.
- To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.

**Other Information**
- A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.
- For more information visit Your recruitment journey on the DCJ website.