Senior In-House Employment Law Counsel

NSW Government; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 154,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Government, Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport, is seeking a Principal Legal Officer (Employment Law) to join our in-house team in Sydney. You will provide expert legal advice on employment matters, contracts, disputes and compliance with the Government Sector Employment Act 2013 and related rules.

The role is full-time, temporary until 30 June 2027, with hybrid work arrangements where operational needs permit.

Qualifications

• Admitted or eligible for admission as a Solicitor or Barrister in NSW.
• Experience in employment law and government contracting advised.
• Ability to provide expert, independent legal advice to support operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert employment law advice to the business and in-house team.
• Advise on contracts of employment, dispute resolution and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with the Government Sector Employment Act 2013 and related Rules.
• Manage unfair dismissal claims, discrimination and industrial matters.

Skills

Employment law

Legal advice

Contract review

Dispute resolution

Work Health and Safety

Education

Admitted Solicitor or Barrister in NSW

NSW Practising Certificate eligible

Job description

NSW Government, Department of Creative Industries, Tourism, Hospitality and Sport, is seeking a Principal Legal Officer (Employment Law) to join our in-house team in Sydney. You will provide expert legal advice on employment matters, contracts, disputes and compliance with the Government Sector Employment Act 2013 and related rules.

The role is full-time, temporary until 30 June 2027, with hybrid work arrangements where operational needs permit.