Senior Legal Counsel (Employment and Safety Law)
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About the Role
Support the General Counsel – People, Safety & Integrity on employment, safety, and IR law matters impacting our workforce. Collaborate with a team of employment and safety lawyers and partner with senior stakeholders to find innovative solutions.
This senior role requires an individual with attention to detail, proactivity, independence, and influence skills. Responsibilities include managing litigation, workplace investigations, grievances, policy reviews, enterprise agreement disputes, workforce transformation, safety regulator communications, internal investigations, and law reform related to employment, IR, safety, and whistleblower laws. Support nbn’s Whistleblower Protection Officers regarding compliance.
Qualifications and Skills
Legal qualification with a current Australian practicing certificate and at least 8 years’ post-qualification experience. Experience in employment, IR, and safety law at a top or mid-tier law firm in Australia, with in-house experience preferred. Knowledge of whistleblowing and NACC compliance is advantageous. Strong relationship-building, problem-solving, and strategic advice skills are essential. Open to learning and adapting.
Benefits and Culture
Enjoy technical training, bespoke professional development programs, flexible working arrangements, and leave entitlements. Be part of a company committed to diversity, inclusion, and creating a more connected Australia through digital infrastructure. We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds. We support accessibility and offer adjustments for the recruitment process.
Application Details
Apply via the provided link with your resume. No cover letter required. This is a permanent position, closing at midnight on Friday, 2nd May 2025. You must have full working rights in Australia to be eligible.
Additional Information
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Legal
* Industry: Telecommunications
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