7 Employment & Industrial Law jobs

Here at EG Consulting, we are a speciality legal recruitment firm and we are always looking temporary staff for our legal clients.  We are looking for graduates to who are available full time or part time to work in the Sydney area.  What roles do we recruit? We recruit many different types of roles in the legal space, please see below for examples of roles that we recruit. - Paralegals - Legal assistants  - Legal secretary's  - EA's - Corporate receptionist  What's on offer? - With most of our clients located in the CBD, so your commute to work will be too easy! - Market leading pay rates  - Weekly payroll  - Constant support from your consultant  - A chance to grow your legal career So what are you waiting for? If you have legal experience send your CV over now and one of our consultants will be in touch shortly. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of responses, only successful applicants will be contacted.

‘ Commercial law firm in the Melbourne CBD, specialising in business law, commercial litigation and immigration law.   There is a new opportunity available in our busy practice for a business and commercial litigation lawyer to join our team of lawyers. We will consider applicants with relevant experience in the areas of business law and commercial litigation.   Also, we consider candidates without the requisite experience but possessing the aptitude for these areas of law and a growth mindset.   If you are interested in this role, please email your application and CV to info@ajhlawyers.com.au , addressed to Ms Patricia Chen, Practice Manager.’

About Her Lawyer: Her Lawyer is an award-winning NewLaw firm specialising in commercial law for ambitious women in business. We are a virtual law firm and service business clients all over Australia. Many of our clients (but not all) are female owned and led Australian-based businesses across various industries. We help our clients build, grow and protect their business with personalised legal service of the highest quality. Our lawyers are more than just experts - they genuinely care about our clients and go above and beyond to help them succeed. We work on a fixed fee basis giving our clients peace of mind and value for money. We offer a broad and interesting range of commercial clients and matters, the opportunity to work with a friendly and collaborative team and exposure to NewLaw practices in a flexible and family friendly atmosphere. About the role: We are seeking expressions of interest from talented and proactive lawyers keen to take on a dynamic and challenging role. At a minimum, this position will be a 5-month maternity leave cover role (our principal will be taking maternity leave from September 2019). To set you up for success, we’re also offering up to 3 months lead-in (from June 2019) working closely with our principal so you can learn the ropes, get to know the team and establish positive working relationships and systems. Subject to the needs of the business, there may also be a permanent role available from February 2020, if that’s something you’re interested in. There is scope for flexibility in this role, and we’re willing to work with promising candidates to put together an attractive employment basis and salary package. While the role is currently being performed on a full time basis, we are open to applicants looking for a part time role. We also encourage those looking for a remote role to apply (as a virtual firm, we encourage remote working!) We invite you to submit your expression of interest – let your imagination run wild! Who we’re looking for We’re looking for an enthusiastic and capable lawyer who can take on the overall management and servicing of our client files during our principal’s short maternity leave break. This is a hands on role - you will be personally responsible for completing client work efficiently and to the delight of our clients. Please note, we also have an Operations Manager on staff, so your role would not extend to the operational side of the business (unless you’re keen to learn more about that, in which case our Operations Manager will happily share their knowledge with you). The minimum role responsibilities will include: Reviewing client instructions on file inception, setting a project plan and completing the work (such as seeking client instructions, drafting the core documents) consistently with our brand and style guidelines, proper spelling and grammar and, of course, technical accuracy and alignment with overall strategy. Telephone meetings with new and prospective clients to determine their needs and how we can help them, then assisting our Operations Manager with proposals. Working with our Operations Manager to ensure that objectives (including billings and operational targets) are being met. The role will report to the principal during the lead-in period and to the Operations Manager thereafter. The Operations Manager will be your primary contact during the maternity leave period. The principal’s availability will be limited during maternity leave, however she will be available on an ‘on-call’ basis where the Operations Manager is unable to assist. You’ll also be provided with contacts and authorisation for additional supports, where necessary (business coach, virtual assistant, senior lawyers, etc). About you: This role will require you to work autonomously and to bring your entrepreneurial skills to the fore. The ideal candidate will be friendly, self-motivated and supportive with a can-do attitude and a positive approach to client relationships. You will be enthusiastic and optimistic, taking pride in your work and demonstrating such values as integrity, honesty and respect. We’ve set out the minimum role requirements (which align with the minimum role responsibilities) below. Education and Qualifications: Bachelor of Laws Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice Unrestricted Practising Certificate Desired Experience: Private practice experience (small/boutique/NewLaw experience even better) Experience advising commercial clients and drafting and negotiating commercial documents in at least 2 of the following areas (and desire and aptitude to learn and practice in the rest): contracts, consumer law, intellectual property, commercial disputes, employment law Client and file management experience Skills and Attributes: Highly developed interpersonal skills, including confident phone manner and ability to develop trusted relationships with clients and team members Effective written and verbal communication skills – an active listener and thorough reader who confirms understanding before responding and who communicates in speech and writing in a way that is clear, concise and articulate Tech savvy, including advanced Microsoft Word skills (and proficiency across the rest of the Microsoft Office suite of programs, including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint and OneDrive) and general computer literacy, enabling you to learn and adopt new software (SaaS) applications quickly High level of attention to detail Able to think strategically, to pay attention to details but also think at the big-picture level Highly organised and efficient with excellent client and file management skills, including working to (and ensuring others work to) time frames and deadlines, enabling you to manage multiple files and deadlines Able to work autonomously and as part of a team Attitude: Positive and flexible attitude to work, including a commitment to the clients Practical, commercial approach to problem solving (black letter lawyers need not apply) People person – you’re a team player and enjoy encouraging others to meet their potential Who this role would suit: This role could suit lawyers of many shapes and sizes! For example, it could suit: a practitioner considering a move to sole practice, who’d like to “try before you buy” a lawyer who is looking for a chance to further develop their management or entrepreneurial skills an ambitious lawyer looking to climb the ladder rapidly in a small team environment with the opportunity to take on more responsibility and broaden their skill set quickly How to apply: To apply, please forward your CV and expression of interest to  adrian@herlawyer.com.au  with the subject line “Locum Lawyer EOI”. Please make sure to address in your EOI: Employment basis – are you looking for work on a permanent or contract basis? Full time or part time? What hours suit you? Would you like to work in our office (located in Miranda, in the Sutherland Shire of Sydney) or remotely? As mentioned above, our immediate need is for a short-term placement however there is the potential for a permanent role from February 2020. Salary package – please outline your expectations as to salary. We offer market rates to our team members, however where the package falls within the industry range will depend on experience and overall suitability. Generous incentives available for exceeding targets.

Monash Health is Victoria’s largest public health service. We are proud to provide healthcare to one quarter of Melbourne’s population, across the lifespan from newborn to children, to adults, the elderly, their families and carers.  About the Role As part of the People and Culture team and reporting to the Senior Employee Relations Advisor, you will be responsible for the People & Culture Advice telephone line, as well as email and Internet enquiries.  Also, you will assist the Employee Relations Team to implement employee and industrial relations strategies driven by and consistent with the strategic direction of the Employee Relations Team and People and Culture within Monash Health. Responsibilities Provide the initial contact point for People and Culture Advice telephone, email and Internet enquiries from employees and managers within Monash Health and also external to the organisation. Resolve the enquiries in an accurate, cost effective and timely manner. Acquire and sustain a deep knowledge of applicable enterprise agreements and relevant legislation and case law, and their application to Monash Health. Assist the Employee Relations Team in reviewing and maintaining People and Culture policies and procedures to ensure best practice and compliance with industrial obligations. Assist the Employee Relations Team in implementing enterprise agreements including internal stakeholders (line management, Payroll and IT). Gain respect as an approachable, courteous and informed HR professional within Monash Health.   Your qualifications, skills and experience Undergraduate Degree in Law with an interest in Employment Law. Current motor vehicle driver’s licence. In return Training and development opportunities A supportive work environment Salary packaging to increase your take-home pay On-site parking at concessional rates Monash Health recognises the value of equal employment opportunity and is committed to patient safety and promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace. At Monash Health we are relentless in our pursuit of excellence and work to our six guiding principles. Preferred candidates will require a clear Police Check and a current Employee Working with Children’s Check prior to any offers of employment being made. As part of our selection process, you may be invited by email to participate in an on-camera video interview.  Please note, applications will be accepted via the Monash Health online Mercury System only click here to apply. Email applications will not be considered.

This is an opportunity for an enthusiastic law graduate (or soon to graduate) to obtain their PLT placement under the supervision of former partner of Dentons (the world's largest law firm) and Herbert Smith Freehills (Australia's leading law firm).  This is a unique opportunity that has come about from the Principal recently moving his large CBD based practice to the Northern Beaches. In this placement you will have an opportunity to work on significant national matters in both employment and safety law for some of Australia's largest employers.  You will also be trained by one of Australia’s most experienced lawyers, and the author of leading books on safety law in Australia and New Zealand. It is envisaged that after a successful PLT placement, a contract of employment will be offered as a graduate lawyer. This is a genuine opportunity to establish yourself as an exceptional employment and safety lawyer on Sydney's Northern Beaches.  Please contact Cormack Dunn on (02) 8005 3018 to learn more, or otherwise forward your CV directly to cormack.dunn@worldsafe.com.au     

PLT Standard Format Placement of 75 days. Learn about Family Law, Migration Law, Contract Law, Consumer Law and other areas of general practice and have fun along the way. Become a part of a family with a commitment to work-life balance and well-being.  The position is full-time (suitable part-time candidates may also be considered). The position  will be based somewhere in either Port Melbourne, the CBD or inner North of Melbourne as we are looking to acquire an office as we are growing and are looking for committed individuals who want to learn and immerse themselves in the law during their PLT placement. Work will include drafting of legal letters, affidavits, initiating applications, submissions and the like. You will be under the direct supervision of the Firm's Directors who will provide guidance, mentoring, and hopefully a lifelong association and friendship. Both directors of the Firm are later lawyers. One of our practitioners is a Collaborative Practitioner, working in the Family Law space, where we attempt to preserve relationships and resolve client issues by way of an engaging and flexible process in the best interests of children and the parties. Often joint meetings will involve psychologists, accountants or financial advisors, the legal representatives and the parties.  We are involved in litigation and lots of hands on experience will be gained from a PLT placement with us. As well as the usual legal work, you will have an opportunity to attend Court and Tribunal Appearances gaining essential practical experience in the areas of negotiation and advocacy for your clients.  This is a PLT position, particularly for the standard format of 75 days. We hope to give PLT students a great start to their legal career and an opportunity to do real 'hands on' experience with the guidance and mentoring needed in what can be a tough industry to get your first gig. We are based remotely in both Melbourne and Traralgon with virtual offices and outposts in Niddrie, Ringwood and Camberwell. As we grow, we are looking to take on an office or co-working space near the CBD, Port Melbourne or inner north Melbourne area, where we are able to guide and mentor you in a centralised location.  Please send your resume or curriculum vitae to james.muscat@delanceylegal.com.au  with a covering letter introducing yourself which includes a submission of why you should be accepted for a PLT placement with us.