Lawyer/Advisor - Workplace Relations Policy

Australian Industry Group; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment (2 days in the

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Generous leave entitlements

Health initiatives

Novated lease

Mentoring and guidance

Job summary

Australian Industry Group in Sydney is seeking a Lawyer/Advisor to join the National Workplace Relations Policy & Advocacy Team. You will support advocacy on legislative and regulatory developments and represent members on complex workplace relations matters.

You will contribute to submissions, engage with government and industry stakeholders, and assist with proceedings before the Fair Work Commission and courts, helping shape workplace relations at a national level.

Qualifications

• Experience in workplace relations, employment law or a related field gained through a law firm, employer organisation and/or government body.
• Legal qualifications (LLB/JD or equivalent).
• Well-developed analytical, research and drafting skills.
• Deep interest in workplace relations issues affecting employers.
• Desire to develop expertise in workplace relations policy, advocacy and litigation.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with engagement with government, unions and industry stakeholders on workplace relations policy and legal matters.
• Supporting the provision of advice and representation to Australian Industry Group's diverse membership base on workplace relations matters, including complex, novel and high-profile issues.
• Assisting with submissions to government and authorities regarding legislative and regulatory reform proposals, and participation in inquiries.
• Assisting with significant proceedings before the Fair Work Commission and relevant courts, including modern awards variations and test cases.
• Undertaking legal and policy research and analysis to support advocacy, member advice and strategic projects.
• Educating members and colleagues about workplace relations developments and changes.

Skills

Workplace relations

Employment law

Analytical skills

Drafting skills

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Job description

Lawyer/Advisor - Workplace Relations Policy

Australian Industry Group – Sydney CBD NSW

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Lawyer/Advisor to join our National Workplace Relations Policy & Advocacy Team, which consistently works at the forefront of major national workplace relations developments. There are few more rewarding roles in the workplace relations sphere.

As a member of this high‑calibre national team of workplace relations practitioners, you will support and contribute to advocacy on behalf of industry in relation to legislative and regulatory developments, as well as major test cases before the Fair Work Commission and in other jurisdictions.

You will also assist in providing representation and advice to individual members on a range of workplace relations matters, including complex, high‑profile and emerging issues. This includes working as part of our incorporated legal practice, which is one of Australia's largest specialised employment and workplace relations practices.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly respected and influential team that is regularly involved in significant developments and proceedings across the Australian workplace relations landscape, at a time of continuing change within the system. You will work alongside experienced practitioners, develop your expertise and contribute to matters that shape workplace relations at both an industry and national level.

Whilst the reality of each day will be different, you can expect to be accountable for:

• Assisting with engagement with government, unions and industry stakeholders on workplace relations policy and legal matters.
• Supporting the provision of advice and representation to Australian Industry Group's diverse membership base on workplace relations matters, including complex, novel and high‑profile issues.
• Supporting the preparation of submissions to government and statutory authorities regarding legislative and regulatory reform proposals, and assisting with participation in government and parliamentary inquiries.
• Assisting with significant proceedings before the Fair Work Commission and relevant courts, including major applications to vary modern awards and test cases concerning the interpretation of workplace relations laws.
• Undertaking legal and policy research and analysis to support advocacy, member advice and strategic projects.
• Educating and informing Australian Industry Group members and colleagues about workplace relations developments, legislative changes and emerging issues.

To best succeed in this role you will have:

• Experience in workplace relations, employment law or a related field gained through a law firm, employer organisation and/or government body.
• Legal qualifications;
• Well‑developed analytical, research and drafting skills.
• A deep interest in the key workplace relations issues affecting employers.
• A strong desire to develop expertise in workplace relations policy, advocacy and litigation.

We offer you:

• A collaborative work environment with talented people who are committed to achieving the best outcomes for our members and clients.
• Professional development opportunities, including access to Australian Industry Group’s short courses.
• Flexible working arrangements in a hybrid work environment with 2 days in the office
• Great leave initiatives, including purchased leave, an additional 5 days of annual leave if you use your yearly annual leave entitlements, the ability to switch a public holiday to a day you prefer to take leave and 10 weeks paid parental leave.
• A wide range of employee benefits including free annual health initiatives, salary sacrificing options, including novated lease.
• A genuine sense of belonging and individual achievement, where we will embrace your unique strengths and skills.
• Mentoring and guidance from a team of highly experienced workplace relations practitioners.

About Australian Industry Group

The Australian Industry Group is a peak national employer organisation representing traditional, innovative and emerging industry sectors. We have been acting on behalf of businesses across Australia for over 150 years. We offer our membership strong advocacy and an effective voice at all levels of government underpinned by our respected position of policy leadership and political non‑partisanship. Our members operate across a wide cross‑section of the Australian economy and are linked to the broader economy through national and international supply chains.

Our purpose is to empower industry success for a better Australia.

Australian Industry Group Workplace Lawyers is proud to partner with Australian Industry Group in providing unrivalled workplace relations and consulting expertise. We specialise in workplace solutions ranging from legal advice, litigation and advocacy to enterprise bargaining, complex dispute resolution, HR/IR strategy development and change management.

For more information about Australian Industry Group Workplace Lawyers go towww.legal.australianindustrygroup.com.au

Australian Industry Group is strongly committed to gender equality and an inclusive workplace. We are committed to taking actions that enable our people to experience a safe and inclusive environment at all levels and in all areas of Australian Industry Group. We partner withCircle In,Telus Health EAPandSupply Nationto provide additional support, so our people can thrive in the workplace.

We welcome unique ideas, identities, perspectives and backgrounds and we respect and value these differences. We value the knowledge and insights Australia’s First Nation’s community bring to our workplace and our members.

We understand that the best candidate may not tick all the boxes, so please consider applying for this role even if you have the experience and capabilities for only a portion of the role.

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