Workplace Relations

2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Legal People Full time $180,000 - $250,000 per year

About the role

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Workplace Relations & Safety Lawyer (Senior Associate or Special Counsel) to join a well-established and growing team in the firm's Melbourne office. You'll drive key matters within their national Workplace Relations practice, actively advising and representing clients across diverse industries on complex employment, industrial relations, and OH&S matters.

Benefits

In addition to a competitive market salary, enjoy flexible working arrangements, transparent promotion pathways, paid parental leave, ability to purchase up to 10 days of annual leave each year, financial support for study costs and leave, and access to novated leasing.

Duties

You'll enjoy real autonomy while still having access to supportive, down-to-earth Partners for guidance and mentoring. As part of a dynamic generalist Workplace Relations team, you'll tackle a diverse and stimulating mix of advisory and litigation work, including:

  • Drafting employment agreements & contracts, enterprise bargaining and contractor agreements
  • Advising on discrimination, harassment, bullying, and employee entitlements
  • Providing advice on employee entitlements
  • Handling employment-related disputes and post-employment restraints
  • Delivering strategic workplace relations advice
  • Leading client workshops on general OH&S matters

Skills & experience

Ideally, you will have:

  • 5+ years' experience in workplace relations/employment law
  • A background in a reputable employment law practice, ideally within a mid or top-tier law firm
  • Strong drafting skills and the ability to communicate advice clearly and effectively
  • A well-developed commercial mindset with a strategic approach to problem-solving
  • Genuine passion for growing your career in employment law within a leading national practice

About our client

Our client is a leading national commercial law firm, known for attracting top legal talent and achieving consistent growth as a market leader across several key practice areas. They offer a genuinely inclusive culture, clear career progression, strong professional development, and an impressive portfolio of high-profile clients.

How to apply

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Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact:

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