Organisation: Workplace Injury Commission
Reference: VG/WIC/1839907
Job posted: 14/01/2025
Closes: 28/01/2025
Classification: Band 8
Salary Range: $117,402 - $126,320
Contact: Talent Partner | ******
Position: Legal Officer
Location: Melbourne
Salary: $117,402 per annum (plus super) + excellent mentoring and support
Role Overview: Searching for real purpose and authentic people?
Harness your legal expertise and help us resolve workers' compensation disputes.
The impact you'll have: At the Workplace Injury Commission, we've helped thousands of injured workers and employers to resolve their disputes and move forward with their lives.
As a Legal Officer, you'll be providing legal and technical support to the Dispute Resolution and Registry teams at WIC.
You will assist with case specific issues, analyse and collate material, conduct legal research, and prepare concise reports to support well-informed decisions.
Who we're looking for: Tertiary qualification in lawHighly developed communication skills with the ability to build and maintain partnerships based on trust.Experience with alternative dispute resolution procedures.Demonstrated ability in researching and reviewing legislation, along with developing and implementing policy.Ability to think operationally to support and manage issues from different areas of an organisation.Benefits: Competitive remuneration, plus generous allowances for study, wellbeing, and home-office working.More leave when you need it most - flexible leave arrangements tailored to you.Access to a 24/7 holistic mental health and wellbeing program.A progressive and supportive work environment with experienced leaders.Application Process: To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter via the link by midnight, Tuesday 28th January 2025. Please note: Applications will be reviewed throughout the application period, and interviews may commence before the application period expires.
WIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the diversity of its people.
We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.
You will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process.
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