Senior Legal Counsel - Employment Law

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Melbourne, VIC
$210,000 per year
Contract
Full-time

30 days ago
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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.

Complex commercial organisation implementing legislative changes|Diverse stakeholder engagement with balance of BAU legal work and change project

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.

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.

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.

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