- Employment Type: Full Time, fixed term contract role
- Duration: 18-month contract
- Excellent salary package available - dependent on level of relevant experience
- Location: Kensington, NSW (On- campus role, hybrid work arrangement)
- Providing astute and technically sound and pragmatic legal advice consistent with applicable law and aligning to UNSW policies and procedures.
- Advising University leadership in relation to the rapidly changing employment law environment, such as changes in workplace legislation and industrial instruments which potentially impact the University's obligations.
- Advising University leadership in relation to wages compliance and employee record keeping obligations.
- Advising the program on pay rules and the implementation of new payroll systems.
- Provide safety legal services to the Safety and Estate Management business units, including supporting their projects such as contractor management and safety audits.
- Leading and coordinating the legal support and advice to the program across workstreams.
- Managing the University's response to employment-related legal proceedings.
- Conducting training of UNSW staff on employment legal and compliance matters
- Tertiary qualifications in law with 10+ years' post qualification experience at a law firm and/or in house legal team.
- Admission to the Supreme Court of NSW and a current practising certificate.
- Advanced drafting and negotiation skills and proven capacity to think laterally, exercise initiative, flexibility and to be proactive in respect of legal practice.
- Proven ability to provide strategic advice and counsel, and to quickly establish and maintain a high level of personal and professional credibility at a senior level.
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and interests across complex matters.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build stakeholder relationships across the University and with external networks & regulators.
- A collegiate and proactive client-centric approach to generate new and innovative approaches to solve complex legal matters.
- Flexible/hybrid working
- A well-established team of experienced lawyers
- Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas Period
- Access to lifelong learning and career development
- Discounts and entitlements
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Senior Legal Counsel - Sydney, Australia - UNSW Australia
Description
Senior Legal Counsel (Employment Law Compliance)
Job no: 524515
Work type: full time
Location: Sydney, NSW
Categories: Legal
About UNSW:
UNSW isn't like other places you've worked. Yes, we're a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you're in the right place.
This role sits within our People & Conduct Law team within the UNSW Legal & Compliance Office, supporting University to navigate legal matters across employment, workplace relations, defamation litigation, discrimination litigation, conduct and integrity, and safety.
Why Your Role Matters:
As Senior Legal Counsel for Employment Law Compliance, you will primarily provide trusted legal advice and representation to the University on all areas of employee relations, industrial relations, WHS and anti-discrimination laws.
Practiced in managing the risk-related compliance, you will be the lead legal role on the University's employment law compliance program, working closely with the HR, Finance, IT, Change, program management and working group owners to ensure the program achieves its objectives. You will also deliver thoughtful and innovative recommendations in response to requests and inquiries, aligning with the University's relevant codes, policies and procedures. Your day to day will include:
This position reports to the Head of People & Conduct Law and has two direct reports to support the University in upholding a commitment to employment law compliance.
Who You Are: We're seeking a legal professional with a background in employment law, to confidently and autonomously advise stakeholders on effectively minimise the University's legal risks. You will hold the following skills and experience:
For more detailed information on required skills & experience and role responsibilities, please refer to the position description.
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements. Where possible, we support a hybrid approach with a combination of working from home and on our vibrant campus. It really is the best of both worlds:
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