The Benefits

• Senior in-house IR role with real influence across a people-focused organisation;

• Work closely with executives, HR and operational leaders on complex ER / IR matters;

• Opportunity to shape enterprise-wide IR strategy, policy and practice;

• Meaningful work supporting a mission-driven organisation making a tangible social impact; and

• Supportive, values-led legal team with strong leadership and collaboration.

Our Client
 
Our client is a purpose-led organisation providing residential and therapeutic care to young people across Australia. With operations in multiple states and a workforce dedicated to making a positive social impact, the business is highly regulated, people-focused, and constantly evolving. The organisation’s legal function plays a critical role in supporting leadership decision-making, managing risk and enabling effective workforce strategies. The legal team is respected as a trusted advisor across the business, working closely with HR and executive stakeholders.
 
The Role
 
Working as part of a small and collegiate legal team, the role has a strong focus on industrial and employee relations, with scope across both strategic and operational matters. Reporting to the General Counsel, you will:

• Provide senior-level ER and IR advice to executives, HR and operations;

• Lead complex IR matters including enterprise agreement interpretation, disputes and representation before the Fair Work Commission and related bodies;

• Draft and review employment-related correspondence, contracts, policies and procedures;

• Develop and implement IR strategies aligned to organisational values and people priorities;

• Partner closely with HR to identify trends, mitigate risk and support cultural improvement initiatives;

• Mentor and coach leaders and HR professionals on best-practice ER / IR approaches; and

• Assist the General Counsel on broader legal matters as required, including non-IR work.

About You

To thrive in this role, you will have:

• 6+ years’ post-admission experience with a strong focus on industrial and employee relations;

• Demonstrated experience advocating before the Fair Work Commission and other industrial tribunals;

• A practical, solutions-focused approach with strong commercial judgement;

• Confidence advising senior leaders on complex and sensitive workforce matters;

• Experience developing policies, templates and frameworks to support compliant and effective people practices;

• A collaborative style and the ability to build trusted relationships across diverse stakeholder groups; and

• In-house experience is highly regarded, but not essential.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced IR lawyer seeking a senior in-house role where your expertise will directly influence organisational outcomes and support meaningful work.
 
How to Apply
 
For more information or a confidential discussion please call Amelia Klimowicz at u&u on 0407 172 575 or amelia.klimowicz@uandu.com quoting reference number 44085.
 
At u&u Recruitment Partners, we value diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability.
 
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