Job Description
In-House chance | Employment & Industrial Relations Focus | Great industry organisation | Inner south-east offices | Part Time | On site parking!
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Enjoy the perks of in-house work ... i.e. No billable Hours!
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Highly regarded member-based industry organisation
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About our client
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Our client is a nationally registered employer association located in the beautiful inner south-eastern suburbs. An opportunity now exists for a motivated Employment / IR Lawyer to join their small in-house legal team and provide crucial business support services to its members.
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About this role
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Working alongside other employment lawyers, including the Head of Legal, you will provide quality legal advisory and advocacy services across all aspects of employment law.
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Advice to members(telephone and email) on wide range of employment law matters such as termination of employment, EEO, discrimination, WHS and award interpretation
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Research and prepare draft submissions to Parliament and Regulators on a range of Federal and State Government issues
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Contribute to Industrial Relations projects and initiatives
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Participate in conciliation and/or mediation conferences
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Manage litigated matters (e.g. before Fair Work Commission)
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Write articles on relevant subject matter
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Attend industry events
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About you
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The ideal candidate will have:-
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3+ years post admission experiencein employment law at a law firm, an industry association or other in-house role
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Experience in Employment/IR Law
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Interest in high level legislative matters
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Excellent negotiation / influencing / drafting skills
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Good communication and presentation skills
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Ability to embrace opportunities for change and facilitate new ways of working
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What's on offer
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friendly and supportive work culture, attractive remuneration PLUS the advantages of working close to home,
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part time 3 days a week (one of these days from home if you wish!)
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free on-site parking.
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