Senior Lawyer (Employment) - Specialist Services at University of Melbourne
Parkville VIC 3010, , Australia -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Sep, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Aug, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Employment Law

Industry

Legal Services

Description

Position Number: 003937
Location: Parkville
Role Type: Full-time, Continuing
Department: Legal and Risk, COO Portfolio
Salary: Senior Manager 1 (SM1) salary package including 17% super

Responsibilities

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

  • Delivering comprehensive legal advice on a wide range of employment law matters, including unfair dismissals, workplace discrimination, and industrial relations issues.
  • Managing pre-court, ADR, and formal proceedings across student, staff, third-party, regulatory and commercial disputes.
  • Developing and implementing industrial relations strategies, including enterprise agreement negotiations and interpretation.
  • Leading pre-litigation strategies, alternative dispute resolution processes, and manage formal proceedings for complex employment-related disputes.
  • Ensuring University-wide adherence to employment legislation, enterprise agreements, and internal policies, while proactively identifying and mitigating legal risks.
  • Fostering strong relationships with key stakeholders, including unions, workplace relations teams, and senior management to drive positive employment outcomes.

In addition to being part of a vibrant and purpose-driven community, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including:

  • Generous leave provisions
  • Salary packaging
  • Health and well-being services
  • Discounts on graduate courses
  • Flexible and hybrid working option

If this role sounds like the right fit for you, please apply with the following documents:

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter outlining your interest and relevant experienc
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