Employment Lawyer Associate/Snr. Assoc.

Job Description

“People-Focused” Community Minded Law firm *Long-term Career Role based in Melbourne *Competitive Salary package & Flexible Work Arrangements.

  • Fantastic Career Role For A Passionate Employment Lawyer!
  • Genuine Work/Life Balance & Supportive Culture!
  • Attractive Salary Package + Other Fantastic Benefits!

About our client…
This is an exceptional opportunity for a self-motivated and passionate Employment Lawyer to join the CBD office of a long-standing and highly regarded Victorian Law Firm.

About this role… 
As part of their wider Commercial law practice, primarily you’ll be responsible for providing legal advice in relation to a variety of Employment & Workplace Relations law matters eg. Contracts, Disputes, Unfair Dismissal, reviewing offers of employment, contract/award breaches, disciplinary matters and more for employer clientele from a range of industries.
  
Some of your responsibilities will include:-  

  • assisting clients with a wide range of employment law matters eg. preparing contracts/employment policies, disciplinary & performance issues, award interpretation, bullying, complex employee management & terminations through to advising on issues around OH&S, Restraint of Trade & Labour Hire Licensing; Enterprise agreements;
  • litigation & dispute resolution (incl. FWC, Tribunals & Courts);
  • investigations eg. workplace harassment;
  • liaison with clients and other professionals/stakeholders; 
  • review/preparation & drafting advice and correspondence etc.

About you…
Our client is seeking an experienced & passionate Employment Lawyer at Associate or on the cusp of Senior Associate level with the following attributes:-

  • Circa 5-8 years post admission Employment law experience i;
  • A self-starter with a friendly, pro-active team approach;
  • Excellent communication skills and a strong client service focus;
  • The ability to multi-task and prioritise to manage competing priorities & timelines;
  • Able & willing to share your expertise/mentor less experienced colleagues
  • A keen sense of commerciality.

About the benefits…
On offer here is an attractive salary package commensurate with experience plus other fabulous firm-wide benefits (incl. WFH options, Parental Leave, Health & Wellbeing program) and a culture that is supportive, engaging and encourages career growth & development.

So, if you want to enjoy all the benefits of working in a leading law firm and an exceptional, stable and long-term career path, apply now!

Let’s talk…
To apply online, please click on the Apply button now.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion please contact:
Sharon Henderson l Partner
M: 
0418 361 199
E: [email protected]
Our Ref: 3710146s