Senior Legal Counsel, Employment Law– Melbourne CBD/Sydney CBD

Senior Legal Counsel, Employment Law– Melbourne CBD/Sydney CBD

Job number: 803018

Primary position location: Hybrid: Work from any Capital City in Australia

Primary position location: NSW- Sydney CBD

Primary position location: VIC- Melbourne CBD

Category: Legal

Work type: Permanent Full time

Closing at: Sep :55 AEST

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• Join a values-led organisation that prioritises ethical practice, employee wellbeing, and sustainable growth
• Leverage sophisticated systems, data, and cross-functional expertise to deliver strategic legal outcomes
• Be part of a team that values integrity, transparency, and responsible legal risk management

Our people are customer obsessed. They prioritise the needs and satisfaction of the customer above all else. Our mindset fosters innovation and creates strong, lasting customer relationships as we strive to be the most customer centric company in Australia and New Zealand.

As Senior Legal Counsel in the Employment Legal Team, you will lead or contribute to the delivery of strategic legal advice across all aspects of employment law. You will play a critical role in managing legal risk, supporting People & Culture and business leaders, and ensuring compliance with evolving workplace legislation and regulatory frameworks.

Each day, you'll go above and beyond to

• Provide expert legal advice on employment law matters including enterprise agreements, awards, contracts, workplace investigations, and terminations.
• Monitor and interpret legislative and industrial relations developments, advising on implications for policy, practice, and risk.
• Draft, review, and negotiate employment-related documentation, ensuring legal robustness and alignment with organisational values.
• Partner with senior internal stakeholders across People & Culture, Risk, and Operations as well as external counsel and regulators to embed legal risk management into NAB's workforce strategy.
• Influence policy development and contribute to enterprise-wide decision-making on employment practices and compliance.
• Lead or support responses to regulatory inquiries, disputes, and litigation involving employment matters.
• Lead, coach, and develop legal professionals within the Employment Legal team.
• Promote the strategic value of employment law across the organisation, translating legal complexity into clear, actionable guidance.
• Manage relationships with external counsel and regulators, ensuring high-quality, cost-effective legal support

We're looking for the best and brightest to deliver the best for our customers. You'll need:

• Deep knowledge of employment law, industrial relations, and workplace legislation
• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating employment contracts, policies, and settlement agreements.
• Proven ability to build trusted relationships with senior leaders, People & Culture, Risk, and external counsel.
• Skilled in translating legal advice into clear, commercially relevant guidance.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, tailored to diverse audiences
• Familiarity with regulatory bodies and processes (e.g. Fair Work Commission, AHRC)
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to ethical, people-centred legal practice.

A diverse and inclusive workplace works better for everyone

We know that our people make us who we are. That's why we have built a culture of equity and respect – where everyone feels valued and appreciated for being their authentic selves. In partnership with our multiple Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) we continue to foster an inclusive environment, where all NAB colleagues' unique backgrounds and identities are understood, respected and celebrated. We are committed to providing an environment where you can work your way.

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If you think this role is the right fit for you, we would love to hear from you. Please note candidate screening and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date of the job advert. Unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.