Workplace Relations & Safety Lawyer | 2+ Years PAE

people2people; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

people2people in Melbourne is seeking a Workplace Relations & Safety Lawyer with at least 2 years PAE to join its Employment and Safety team. The role involves advising and representing clients across employment and health and safety matters within a collaborative, growth-focused firm that delivers practical, commercially minded advice.

You will work closely with experienced practitioners, handle a broad range of matters including litigation, investigations and policy drafting, develop client

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' post-admission experience in employment law and workplace relations.
• Exposure to work health and safety matters and related litigation.
• Strong technical legal skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Collaborative and team-focused approach.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment.
• Direct client contact from early stage.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on employment, industrial relations and work health and safety issues.
• Managing employment litigation and workplace disputes.
• Drafting and reviewing employment related documentation, policies and procedures.
• Representing clients in courts, tribunals and regulatory proceedings.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships through practical, commercially focused advice.
• Collaborating with team members to deliver high quality legal services.

Skills

Employment Law

Workplace Relations

Litigation

Legal Research

Client Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor of Laws (LLB)

Job description

Workplace Relations & Safety Lawyer | 2+ Years PAE

A highly regarded national law firm is seeking a Workplace Relations & Safety Lawyer to join its established and respected Employment and Safety team. The team is recognised for its expertise in workplace relations, employment law and work health and safety matters, partnering with a diverse range of clients to navigate complex workplace challenges and evolving regulatory requirements.

Known for its collaborative culture and practical approach, the firm is committed to delivering commercially focused advice and outstanding client outcomes. Lawyers are supported to develop their careers within a collegiate environment that values teamwork, professional growth and high quality legal work.

The Role

Working closely with experienced practitioners, the successful candidate will advise and represent clients across a broad range of employment and workplace safety matters.

Key responsibilities include:

• Advising clients on employment, industrial relations and work health and safety issues.
• Managing employment litigation and workplace disputes.
• Assisting clients with workplace investigations, compliance obligations and risk management strategies.
• Drafting and reviewing employment related documentation, policies and procedures.
• Representing clients in courts, tribunals and regulatory proceedings where required.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships through the delivery of practical and commercially focused legal advice.
• Collaborating with team members to deliver high quality legal services and successful client outcomes.

The Candidate

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A minimum of 2 years' post admission experience in employment law and workplace relations.
• Exposure to work health and safety matters and related litigation.
• Strong technical legal skills and attention to detail.
• A commitment to delivering high quality work and achieving positive client outcomes.
• Excellent communication and relationship building skills.
• A collaborative and team focused approach.
• The ability to remain organised and perform effectively in a fast paced environment.
• A professional, approachable and client focused manner.
• Opportunity to work within a respected and growing Employment and Safety team.
• Exposure to a diverse range of complex and engaging workplace matters.
• Supportive and collaborative team culture.
• Ongoing mentoring and professional development opportunities.
• Direct client contact and responsibility from an early stage.
• Strong career progression pathways.
• Flexible and modern working environment.
• Competitive remuneration package aligned with experience.