Employment Lawyer

Are you passionate about employment law and seeking an opportunity to make a difference in the field of education? Look no further! Catholic Education Western Australia (CEWA) is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Employment Lawyer to join our team.

This is a full-time ongoing position based at our West Leederville Office commencing as soon as practicable.

The Role

This role is responsible for providing legal advice and guidance to internal stakeholders on a wide range of employment related matters.

What we can offer you

• Salary range for this position is K1 to K4 on the CEO salary scale ($143, 218 - $156, 367 per annum) plus superannuation.
• 5 days additional paid leave when the office closed (over Christmas and Easter).
• Relocation package available for eligible candidates.
• Salary packaging in line with our not-for-profit status.
• Free onsite parking.
• Corporate healthcare discounts.
• Employee assistance program.

About you?

• Tertiary qualifications in Law.
• Minimum of 3 years post-admission experience as an Employment Lawyer, preferably with in-house experience.
• Demonstrated experience in providing strategic legal advice on contentious and non-contentious employment matters.
• Ability to collaborate with and provide practical employment law advice to senior stakeholders.
• High-level communication, negotiation, and drafting skills.
• Experience in advising on and managing workplace investigations, complaints, and employee claims.
• Knowledge of relevant employment legislation and the ability to interpret and apply it effectively.
• Experience working in the education sector or a similar not-for-profit organization is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with the specific legislative and regulatory framework governing Catholic education in Western Australia is highly desirable.

Further Information: Please refer to the Position Description for additional details. For a copy, please email *******@cewa.edu.au.

How to Apply:

If you are ready to use your legal expertise to support our mission of providing quality, values-based education, we would love to hear from you! To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are passionate about joining CEWA as our Employment Lawyer via the Apply now button.

Applications for this role closes 5pm, Thursday 4 April 2024.

Please be advised that the application deadline may close earlier than originally stated. We reserve the right to close the advertisement early if a suitable candidate is identified. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

A current National Police History Check as issued by the Department of Education Western Australia must be provided by the successful applicant.

Catholic Education Western Australia encourages applications from culturally diverse background, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with a disability or medical condition who meet the requirements of this position.

To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.

Applicants must be fully supportive of the objectives and ethos of Catholic education.