Senior Associate, Workplace Relations & Safety
Award winning Australian private practice
A firm with a strong reputation for having an authentic and inclusive culture
Flexibility to balance working from home and the office
About the Company
Lander & Rogers is a leading independent law firm, with offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Canberra and global reach.
Our focus is on innovating the client experience and leading change in legal service delivery. We are also committed to supporting our communities through our pro bono work.
About the Role
Our team is growing, and we have an opportunity for a Senior Associate to join our Workplace Relations & Safety group in Melbourne.
Join a leading employment law practice and work on a range of high-profile matters for major employers including industrial disputes, complex enterprise bargaining and dismissal related litigation.
Responsibilities
Preparing written advices regarding all employment law related issues and industrial relations matters
Providing strategic advice regarding employment and industrial relations disputes
Appearing at conferences before the relevant court or tribunal
Researching case law and providing legal analysis
Drafting court documents and settlement agreements
Engaging barristers and investigators
Instructing counsel and senior lawyers during court hearings, mediations and conferences
Corresponding with opposing solicitors and self-represented applicants
Liaising with witnesses and drafting statements and affidavits
Delegating work and providing instructions to lawyers, paralegals and administrative support
Mentoring and coaching lawyers to support their development
Supporting graduates and seasonal clerks throughout their rotations
Retaining and building client relationships and business, including by starting to manage certain client relationships
Participating in individual and group-wide business development activities
About You
Tertiary qualification in Law and a current Practicing Certificate for relevant jurisdiction
Suitable candidates will bring 5-8 years PAE working principally in Employment Law preferably gained in a law practice
Demonstrate critical reasoning and investigative skills with the ability to think laterally
Proven ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships, particularly the ability to earn the confidence and trust of key stakeholders
Strong legal drafting ability
Effective and timely file management and billing ability
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent influencing and negotiation capability
Proven ability to facilitate presentations and meetings with varying sizes of groups of people
A willingness to question the status quo and offer practical solutions
A desire to learn and develop new skills
Highly organised,
able to plan and prioritise work to meet key deliverables
Proven ability to facilitate presentations and meetings with varying sizes of groups of people
Identifies risks and complies with group risk management protocol
An ability to work through problems and exercise sound judgement on when to elevate
Culture
People choose Landers for our down-to-earth, collaborative and supportive culture. We invest in our people and empower them to bring their best selves to work, both personally and professionally.
We promote a diverse and inclusive environment with a strong focus on wellbeing, leadership and development.
Lander & Rogers offers a range of benefits to encourage professional development and ongoing learning, connection with colleagues, staying healthy and community involvement.
We value our people and understand the importance of maintaining a healthy, balanced and fulfilled lifestyle, some of our benefits include:
Highly competitive remuneration
Hybrid work:
work flexibly between home and the office with the freedom to choose the location that is best for you, your clients and your team
Additional leave:
up to 5 weeks' annual leave (if you meet the qualifying criteria), the ability to purchase additional leave and an annual wellness day
Lander & Rogers is an equal prospect employer that embraces diversity and inclusion.
We conduct background checks including criminal record checks on all successful candidates as a condition of employment.
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