Senior Associate, Employment and Industrial Relations | 4 to 7 years PQE | Melbourne | Permanent, full time

About the Firm

Our client is a leading independent Australian commercial law firm with a national presence. It acts for large corporates, funds and listed entities on complex transactions, disputes and regulatory matters, and is known for practical, commercial advice and long-term client relationships. Its lawyers are ranked in the major legal directories, and the firm runs an active pro bono program supporting low income and disadvantaged people in the community.

The culture is collaborative and down to earth, with teams working closely across offices and practice groups.

The Role

The firm is seeking a Senior Associate to join its growing Melbourne employment team, working on high profile industrial relations and employment law matters and playing a key part in advising on and resolving disputes.

The team advises across the full range of employment and industrial relations work: industrial disputes, enterprise bargaining, the application and interpretation of industrial instruments (including wage remediation), disciplinary and performance management (including terminations), discrimination and harassment complaints,



and executive employment and dismissal.

Your work will include:
Managing a range of employment matters
Drafting and negotiating employment contracts
Conducting workplace investigations
Providing specialist employment support to the firm's corporate and transactional teams
Reviewing awards, drafting policies and advising on employment law issues

Requirements
4 to 7 years PQE in employment and industrial relations, gained in private practice
Commercial, client focused advice
Works well under pressure, meets deadlines and works well in a team
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, internally and with clients
A cooperative, positive approach

Perks
High profile employment and industrial relations work in a growing team
Mentoring and structured learning and development
Competitive remuneration and adaptable working
Wellbeing and social initiatives, pro bono work and employee recognition programs

How to Apply

Click "I'm interested" to apply, or contact Niki Kunovski on View phone number on viewjobs.com.au or View email address on viewjobs.com.au.

📌 Senior Associate Employment & Industrial Relations 4 To 7 Pqe Melbourne (Australia)
🏢 Hooker And Heijden
📍 Australia