- Strategic advice and support for the People & Culture function, acting as a Subject-Matter Expert on Employment and HR law topics.
- Support the implementation and transitions required due to legislative changes related to fixed-term contract employees.
- Engage in governance and compliance programmes including operational and organisational changes related to employment law changes.
- Provide insight, leadership and take the lead, when necessary, on disputes and on-going litigation processes. The Successful Applicant
- Minimum 7 years PQE as a Lawyer with extensive focus on Employment and HR topics;
- Demonstrable experience working in complex, multi-layered organisations, able to navigate complex org-structures and understand inherent challenges.
- Deep knowledge of Employment Law and understanding of recent changes to Fixed Term Employees legislation.
- Previous experience in complex business structures undergoing changes is highly attractive.
- Excellent communication skills able to build relationships with Legal and Non-Legal stakeholders easily.
- Experience as In-House lawyer is preferred, although candidates from Private Practice will also be considered. What's on Offer
- 12 month FTC with Superannuation and STI benefits included.
- Diverse role with legal, compliance, governance and strategy topics.
- Hybrid working available
- Beautiful offices and excellent amenities.
- Positive and supportive team.
Senior Legal Counsel - Eastern Suburbs Melbourne, Australia - Page Executive
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About Our Client
A large retail group with complex business structure both on- and offshore that has been enjoying consistent growth in a competitive industry, and is currently investing in non-traditional business units to maintain their dominance and growth.
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