Employment Lawyer, Sydney

Axiom is trusted by the leading brands around the world, and our lawyers gain access to the highest quality legal work while maintaining control over what and how much work they take on. Axiom puts its people first, attracting those who are thoughtful, irresistible, fresh and committed. We strive for excellence in everything we do and value integrity and our people above all else.

One of our premier national clients is on the hunt for a superstar HR and employment lawyer to join their team on a 9-12 month contract, with the potential to extend. This is a career defining opportunity to work with one of Australia’s most recognisable telecommunications brands.

Responsibilities:

• Providing legal advice and support in relation to all of P&C’s legal needs, including but not limited to employment, industrial relations, work health and safety and workers’ compensation law.
• Drafting employer responses to legal claims and letters of demand and representing the client in the FWC, AHRC and Supreme and Federal Courts.
• Policy and contract reviews.
• Advising on discrimination issues and risks.
• Supporting ER in managing grievances and workplace investigations.
• Supporting the client’s WPO triage and managing whistleblowing complaints, which are investigated internally by the client but not by the legal team (not essential but a willingness to learn will be key).

Requirements:

• 8+ PQE working in Australia with strong knowledge of Australian Employment Laws and the Fair Work Act.
• Experience in contract/procurement drafting (highly regarded).
• Experience in enterprise agreement interpretation & enterprise bargaining support.
• Experience advising on Australian WHS regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience working independently and cross-functionally.
• Must have full Australian working rights and be eligible to practice in Australia.

Why Join Axiom?

Flexibility – take advantage of flexible working arrangements, shifting the balance and giving you autonomy of where and how you work.

A dedicated talent team – we put in the effort to make sure your experience is nothing short of exceptional, by assigning you a dedicated talent partner that oversees your journey with us from when you join Axiom, to starting your first engagement, and all future engagements!

Referral bonus – once you start working with us, refer your legal peers and enjoy a generous referral bonus as a thank you for expanding the Axiom community!

Diverse experiences – get direct access to opportunities with high-calibre companies before others and build out your career with exciting and challenging work.

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For more information, please contact jordan.pasqua@axiomlaw.com.

Axiom is the global leader in high-calibre, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today’s business landscape with best in breed alterative legal services.

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We understand that many legal professionals have chosen to adopt the consultancy model, and we are happy to discuss this option with you. We offer both consultants and employees the opportunity to work with our enviable client roster.  Contact us in complete confidence to find out more about opportunities to work with Axiom as an employee or consultant.

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