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Unlock Meaningful Legal Work with National Heavy Vehicle Regulator
Escape the pressures of traditional law practices and discover a fulfilling career with the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR). We are seeking an experienced legal practitioner to join our team as a Principal Legal Officer.
About the Role
We offer a more balanced and fulfilling work environment, prioritizing employee well-being while empowering you to make an impact with meaningful work. As a Principal Legal Officer, you will provide specialist legal advice on workplace and industrial law matters, including employment contracts, IR disputes, litigation, workplace safety, and workers' compensation claims.
Provide strategic advice to internal and external stakeholders on workplace and industrial law matters.
Lead complex negotiations and represent the NHVR in conciliation conferences and court listings.
Draft, review, and present detailed reports, briefing notes, and submissions in line with NHVR standards.
What You'll Need
To succeed in this role, you will have:
A minimum of 7 years' experience as a legal practitioner specializing in employment/IR law within commercial or government environments.
Admission as a legal practitioner in the High Court or Supreme Court of a State or Territory.
Experience in property law, commercial law, or insurance (desirable but not essential).
Why Join NHVR?
We offer a range of benefits to support your work-life balance and career growth:
Flexible work environment, including the option to work from home two days per week.
Additional leave during the Christmas and year-end period.
Rostered Days Off (RDOs) every month to help you recharge.
Access to an Employee Assistance Program.
Up to 1+.75% superannuation through a co-contribution scheme.
Escape the pressures of traditional law practices and discover a fulfilling career with the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR). We are seeking an experienced legal practitioner to join our team as a Principal Legal Officer.
About the Role
We offer a more balanced and fulfilling work environment, prioritizing employee well-being while empowering you to make an impact with meaningful work. As a Principal Legal Officer, you will provide specialist legal advice on workplace and industrial law matters, including employment contracts, IR disputes, litigation, workplace safety, and workers' compensation claims.
Provide strategic advice to internal and external stakeholders on workplace and industrial law matters.
Lead complex negotiations and represent the NHVR in conciliation conferences and court listings.
Draft, review, and present detailed reports, briefing notes, and submissions in line with NHVR standards.
What You'll Need
To succeed in this role, you will have:
A minimum of 7 years' experience as a legal practitioner specializing in employment/IR law within commercial or government environments.
Admission as a legal practitioner in the High Court or Supreme Court of a State or Territory.
Experience in property law, commercial law, or insurance (desirable but not essential).
Why Join NHVR?
We offer a range of benefits to support your work-life balance and career growth:
Flexible work environment, including the option to work from home two days per week.
Additional leave during the Christmas and year-end period.
Rostered Days Off (RDOs) every month to help you recharge.
Access to an Employee Assistance Program.
Up to 1+.75% superannuation through a co-contribution scheme.
