Job Description
Senior Associate – Labour, Employment & Workplace Safety
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Our Labour, Employment & Workplace Safety group provides advice and representation to employers on all aspects of the employment relationship. The team is recognised as a leader in employment, industrial relations and workplace safety law.
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We have a team of over 25 lawyers in 3 Australian offices (Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane). Currently 3 partners and 11 lawyers in the Melbourne team. The Melbourne team focuses on health, sport, construction, banking, education, government and public sector work.
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We pride ourselves on being skilled lawyers who look after clients and work collaboratively. Partners serve as mentors who promote and encourage development at all levels.
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About the role
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You will work on advice, transactional and litigation matters across employment, industrial and safety issues. The work is complex, challenging and often requires quick turnaround; you will be supported and given many opportunities to grow.
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You will have opportunities to work in a team and also work autonomously. No two days will be the same; you may advise on corporate transaction employment issues one day and conduct a workplace health and safety investigation the next.
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What does the role involve?
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Representing employers in disputes such as unfair dismissal, discrimination and general protection claims.
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Advising and representing employers in substantial workplace health and safety investigations and prosecutions.
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Responding to regulator investigations (e.g., Fair Work Ombudsman) and prosecutions.
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Advising on novel and complex employment queries.
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Conducting workplace investigations on bullying, discrimination, sexual harassment.
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Negotiating, drafting and advising on employment related documents including contracts,



executive arrangements, service agreements, workplace policies.
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Advising on discipline and termination of employment.
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Litigating matters in State and Federal Courts, Tribunals and Commissions; utilising mediation and conciliation.
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Advising on strategic compliance to achieve client outcomes.
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Providing employment law support on commercial and transactional issues: mergers, acquisitions, share sale arrangements, corporate restructures, transfer of
business/employment,
post‐employment restraints, non‐compliance with legal and regulatory matters.
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Developing and delivering internal and external training on employment and work health and safety matters.
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About You
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We value a friendly, respectful culture and are looking for a likeminded individual who, in addition to technical excellence, can work collaboratively to get things done.
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As the successful candidate you will have:
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Demonstrated experience in a broad range of employment, industrial and safety matters from front‐end and litigious perspectives.
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A practical and proactive approach to managing workload.
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Strong problem‐solving skills.
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Excellent organisation, written and presentation skills.
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Robust drafting and advisory skills.
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Ability to deliver to tight deadlines under pressure.
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Excellent analytical and research skills.
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Team focus – enjoy working as part of a committed team.
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Energy and enthusiasm.
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Ability to network, build client relationships and pursue business development.
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Ideally you will have 5+ years PAE experience within a commercial law firm; public sector experience is also favourable.
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Seniority level
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Mid‐Senior level
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Employment type
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Full‐time
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Job function
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Other
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Industries
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Law Practice and Legal Services
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📌 Senior Associate - Labour, Employment & Workplace Safety (Victoria)
🏢 K&L Gates
📍 Victoria