Special Counsel - Workforce Relations

UnitingCare Qld

Queensland, Australia
Not specified; salary pyckaging available up to $1...
Admitted legal practitioner in australia
Current practising certificate required
Complex high-risk employment law experience
The role serves as the key authority on complex, high-risk, and strategic workforce relations matters across the organization

Job Summary

  • The role serves as the key authority on complex, high-risk, and strategic workforce relations matters across the organization.
  • Candidates will provide authoritative legal advice on employment legislation, manage industrial disputes, and represent the organization in tribunals.
  • The position offers significant benefits including salary packaging up to $15,900 tax-free, flexible work arrangements, and comprehensive parental leave.

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The role serves as the key authority on complex, high-risk, and strategic workforce relations matters across the organization.

Salary

Not specified; Salary packaging available up to $15,900 per year tax free; Meal and entertainment benefits up to $2,650 pre-tax

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Admitted legal practitioner in Australia
  • Current practising certificate required
  • Complex high-risk employment law experience
  • Tribunal representation experience
  • Senior executive strategic advice capability

Nice-to-have

  • Not-for-profit sector experience
  • Health and community services background
  • Mentoring and team leadership skills
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion values
  • Experience with large complex organizations

Key Requirements

  • Australian legal admission with current practising certificate
  • Extensive post-admission experience in employment law
  • Proven track record representing organizations in Fair Work Commission
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor legal professionals

Work Rights

Must be admitted as a legal practitioner in Australia

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