Monitor changes in legislation and update policies to ensure compliance.
Work with internal teams to develop employment-related compliance policies
Strong communication, negotiation, and leadership skills required.
Churches of Christ, Queensland
Legal and Governance, Kenmore HQ
Employment and Industrial Relations Lawyer
12 Months Fix Term - Full Time Opportunity
About Us
At Churches of Christ, we operate more than 200 services in 100+ communities, positively impacting tens of thousands of lives annually. Our services span children, youth and family support, community housing, aged care, and much more—all driven by a team of over 3,500 staff and 1,000 volunteers. We are committed to fostering compassion and care for vulnerable people at different stages of their life journey. visit
cofc.com.au
.
Our Employee Benefits
Our values encourage us to be accepting of differences and embrace all. Our size and variety offer you real choices and opportunities to grow your career.
We also offer:
Five weeks of annual leave and the ability to purchase more.
Grants (for eligible employees) to assist in formal study.
Access to online learning platforms to further develop your skills.
Employee discount program through our large network of retail partners (Bupa Health, Medibank, JB HI-FI etc).
Salary Sacrifice Details
As a
not-for-profit
entity, our employees can package up to
$18,549 p.a
. of their taxable income before your income tax is calculated. Up to
$15,900 p.a.
on every day expenses (such as mortgage payments, rent, groceries, bills and insurance) plus up to
$2,649 p.a.
on meal/entertainment benefits. For more information on salary sacrifice and what that might look like for you,
Click here.
The Role
Reporting to the Legal and Compliance Manager. We are seeking a highly skilled Employment and Industrial Relations Lawyer to join our Legal and Governance team. This role provides expert legal advice on employment law and industrial relations matters, supporting our organisation's compliance with relevant legislation. You will work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that legal risks are effectively managed, and contribute to the strategic direction of our mission-driven organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Provide in-house legal advice focusing on employment law and industrial relations.
Collaborate with internal teams and external legal representatives to support key strategic projects.
Provide legal guidance on Enterprise Agreement interpretations and assist with negotiations.
Offer expert advice on employment disputes and draft and review employment contracts.
Monitor legislative changes and industry best practices, recommending updates to policies and procedures.
Develop and implement employment-related compliance policies, actively contributing to risk management.
Support organisational strategies, promote a culture aligned with our mission and values, and deliver high-quality services.
Qualifications and Skills
Essential:
Degree or postgraduate qualification in Law.
Admission as a Solicitor to the Supreme Court of Queensland.
Current Queensland Law Society Practising Certificate (or ability to acquire immediately).
4-5 years of post-admission experience in employment law and industrial relations.
Experience with Enterprise Agreements, Fair Work Commission, and Fair Work Ombudsman matters.
Proven ability to negotiate Enterprise Agreements and manage complex IR matters.
Strong relationship and influencing skills, with well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
Intermediate computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Current National Police Certificate and National Personal Insolvency Check (or willingness to acquire).
Current driver's licence.
Desirable:
Experience in the aged care industry or not-for-profit sector.
Experience in wage compliance projects.
What We Offer
Opportunity to work in a values-driven organisation with a meaningful mission.
Supportive and collaborative work environment.
Competitive salary and benefits.
Professional development and career growth opportunities.
Importantly, you will be someone who closely aligns with our organisational values of:
Unconditional Love, Continual Innovation, Mutual Trust, Wise Stewardship and Safety
.
To Apply
To apply for this position please click the Apply Button. For further information, please contact
Emma Lanigan
on
0483 133 625
We actively encourage and invite applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all our positions.
Applications will be assessed as received
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