Senior Employment Lawyer

Join Western Australia's leading, full-service law firm.

Lavan is a pre-eminent, independent Western Australian law firm with a 125 year history.  We are a full-service firm and offer a multi-disciplinary approach. We bring to our clients a specialised local knowledge, local networks and a first-hand understanding of the Western Australian business community.

About The Role

Join our Employment, Safety and Education Team, working closely with partners, Bruno Di Girolami and Sharon Payn. The team advises on every aspect of human resource management and workplace relations including industrial relations, workplace contracts, workplace policies, occupational health and safety and dispute resolution.  

You will work within an employer-based practice across a broad spectrum of industries, including a wide range of clients in the corporate, construction, mining, energy, aged care and education sectors.

You will be involved in a range of complex and challenging matters, including:

• Drafting employment contracts and enterprise agreements;
• Developing employment policies and legislative compliant practice manuals;
• Advising on workplace health and safety compliance, including major incident investigations;
• Handling work, health, and safety complaints and prosecutions;
• Representing clients in industrial relations matters, including industrial action and bargaining;
• Managing responses to workplace and equal opportunity claims;
• Assisting with executive termination strategies and mutual exits;
• Resolving workplace disputes in all Federal and State jurisdictions, including unfair dismissal, unlawful termination, underpayment claims, and discrimination-based claims; and
• Formulating practical and relevant solutions with representation at Fair Work Commission and the courts where necessary.

We are open to considering both full-time and part-time arrangements for the right candidate.

About You

We are seeking a lawyer with at least 5+ years post-admission experience and a demonstrated background in employment and workplace relations law. This experience may come from a law firm, in-house, union, or government background. Your focus will be on advising and representing employers in workplace-related matters.  

Further to the relevant legal experience, you will also have:

• Interest in business development and attending events;
• A desire to learn and continuously improve;
• Attention to detail and technical skills;
• Strong work ethic with a commitment to excellence;
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team; and
• A collaborative approach to the delivery of work within a highly skilled team.

At Lavan, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, if you do not meet each and every one of the requirements above but are excited about this role, we encourage you to submit your application with us.

About Us

Our Purpose is Making A Real Difference. Together.

Our values of Fulfilment, Integrity, Courage, Collaboration and Excellence drive everything we do. 

We believe that our people are our most valuable assets. Our goal is to provide our people with a working environment that is professionally and personally rewarding. In an open-planned workspace with a staff lounge and balcony overlooking Elizabeth Quay, we also provide our people with the following benefits:

• Health and wellness initiatives, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, daily continental breakfast, and an annual Wellness Benefit.
• Firmwide retreat for our people to celebrate our wins and plan ways which we can continue to make Lavan a great place to work.
• Vibrant, social and collaborative work culture including a range of social events and initiatives.
• Volunteering and pro bono opportunities.
• Opportunities to join our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) Committee, Community Committee, and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Committee.
• Financial support programs including salary continuance, recruitment and client incentive referral programs, discounted services, LSL over and above award and competitive industry salaries.
• Ongoing study and education assistance.

Lavan is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. We are actively committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) and supporting the employment of First Nations peoples. We believe that everyone deserves to feel respected, valued and safe. We strive to attract and develop exceptional people from diverse backgrounds and are committed to promoting a workplace without barriers.

We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.

Your Application

Join us on this journey by submitting your resume below.

If you have any questions, please contact our People and Culture Team (peopleandculture@lavan.com.au).

For more information, visit our website at lavan.com.au