Senior Legal Counsel - Er/Ir

Providing innovative technology solutions with commitment to strengthen Australia's sovereign defence capability.About UsEstablished in 1983, CEA is an Australian company that designs, develops, manufactures and sustains advanced active phase array radar systems. Our design principles and commitment to investment in research and development ensure innovative thinking, technological skill and quality fabrication are at the heart of our business. We work in partnership with Defence industry and Government to provide highly modular and scalable products which are integral to a wide range of critical Defence capabilities.CEA's benefits include:

• Free Car Parking
• Defence Health premium discounts
• Employee Assistance & well-being programs
• Salary packaging
• Paid Parental Leave
• Rewards and Recognition
• Group Life Insurance
• Study Assistance and Training
• Career Advancement opportunities

To find out more about us, visit our website: www.cea.com.auThe PositionThe Senior Legal Counsel is responsible for delivering practical, fit for purpose Employee Relations (ER) and Industrial Relations (IR) advisory compliance and solutions across CEA Technologies.Report directly to the General Counsel with dotted line to the CPO, the successful candidate will ensure CEA Technologies conducts business in accordance with relevant legislation, deliver education and training to employees and provide advice and services that drives business performance.The role is responsible for:

• Building and maintaining trusted relationships across the business, being a key point of contact for employment and industrial relations advice and services across the organisation
• Being as key point of contact for ER/IR, with the General Counsel, advice for senior managers, executives and board
• Providing ER/IR advice (and manage advice provided by external lawyers), on legal, regulatory and policy issues of importance to the organisation
• Monitoring changes and developments in the legal and regulatory environment that the organisation operates within and develop appropriate strategies
• Managing grievances and complaints in collaboration with business leaders and other relevant business areas
• Conducting workplace investigations, and where appropriate, appoint and instruct external advisors and investigators

Essential

• Strong commercial acumen, with an ability to advise and present to senior managers, executives and board members
• A trusted business advisor who is able to build, maintain and strengthen partnerships at all levels of the organisation
• A legal mindset including risk mitigation and a familiarity with WHS obligations
• A good working knowledge, interpretation and application of relevant Employment and Industrial laws at a federal, state and territory level
• 5 years post-admission experience at minimum and a current practicing certificate in ACT or NSW

EligibilityTo be eligible for this position you must be:

• An Australian Citizen
• Eligible to obtain and maintain an AGSVA clearance at the NV1 level

How to applyClick on the 'Apply Now' button below. Please include a current copy of your resume/curriculum vitae and complete the screening questions. Applications without these elements will not be considered.CEA encourages the submissions of early applications as we may review, short-list and/or conduct interviews for this role prior to the closing date. For any questions, contact us at recruitment@cea.com.auDiversity, Equality and Inclusion at CEACEA is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to create a culture where all employees are respected and empowered to contribute positively to our organisation, regardless of their cultural background, age, gender identity, neurodiversity, disability, family and carer commitments, religion or sexuality. We welcome applications from veterans, those returning from a career break, people with disabilities and those who identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander.Should you require any adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know. You can also email recruitment@cea.com.au for a confidential discussion.