Senior Employment Lawyer
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Job Location:
Surry Hills - Australia
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About Us
At Torrens University Australia making a difference is in our DNA. As a Certified B Corporation we believe in using education as a force for good transforming livescommunitiesand futures. We offer a flexible collaborative environment where people are trusted to do their best work.
Werea diverse purpose-drivenorganisationwhere people are encouraged to be boldpragmaticand human in how they work. With flexible working arrangements and a genuinely collaborative culture we support our people to do their best work while living well.
The Role
This is a newly createdroleestablishedin response to the continued growth of the Legal team. The position provides expert employment and industrial relations advice across the Torrens Global Education group in Australia and New Zealand.
It is a hands-on trusted adviser role partnering closely with senior leaders People &Cultureand the broader business. Based within the Office of General Counsel and reporting to the Legal Affairs Director (ANZ) you will play a key role in supporting a dynamic fast-moving university environment.
This is a permanent role based in Sydney - click here to review job description.
Key Responsibilities
Lead complex employment and industrial relationsand Work health and safetymatters
Handle employment disputeslitigationand regulatory matters
Draft and advise on employment policies and governance
Partner with senior leaders as a trusted legal adviser
About You
Law degree with NSWpractisingcertificate (or eligibility)
10 years post-admission experience in employment & IR law
Experience working in the Higher Education environment or privatepractice is preferred
Strong experience in disputeslitigationand advisory work
Confident operating autonomously in complex environments
Ability tooperateautonomously within a small teamprioritisingcomplex matters and managing competing stakeholder expectations. Proven capability to deliver sound strategic advice in tighttimeframes supported by strongorganisationalskills attention to detail and clear written and verbal communication. Confident engaging with stakeholders at all levels and acting as a positive ambassador for the Legal team.
Why Join Us
Youlljoin a purpose-led fast-growing university where your legalexpertisewill genuinely influence outcomes.
This role offers flexible hybrid working arrangements and the opportunity to continue your professional development through Torrens University Australias suite of learning offerings.
Workingalongside a highly engaged VP People & Culture and HR leadership group who value and actively seek thisexpertise.
Opportunity towork closely with senior leaders to advise on matters aligned to the Universitys strategicobjectives.Youlloperateas a trusted adviser to the business with yourexpertisesought out and valued no need to market or justify your role.
Youllbe part of a growing Legal team contributing to the ongoing uplift and maturity of thelegalfunction.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of racecolour religion age ethnicity gender identity sexual orientation disability or any other protected characteristic.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.
Hiring process
We aim to provide you with the necessary information you need at each stage of this process to put your best self forward. If you want to know more or needassistanceor accommodation during the recruiting phase please contact your recruiter at
To learn more about what makes Torrens University Australiaa great placeto work visit to hear from you.
Role closes: 22ndFebruary 2026
Job Reference: R28961
If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process please contact our Human Resources Department at
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Business Risk
- Compliance
- Intellectual Property Law
- Policy Management
- Risk Analysis
- Bar
- Banking
- Conflict Management
- Supreme Court
- Reporting
- Business Objectives
- Client Management
About Company
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