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Are you an employment lawyer looking for a role that offers high-quality, impactful work in an industry association setting without the pressure of billable hour targets? Do you want to be part of a supportive, growing team with a genuine commitment to work-life balance? If so, we'd love to hear from you!
A Unique Opportunity – Join Us at a Pivotal Moment NRA Legal is an incorporated legal practice wholly owned by the National Retail Association.
The National Retail Association (NRA) and the Australian Retailers Association (ARA) are in the process of amalgamating, creating the largest retail industry employer group in the country. This transition will significantly expand our influence and the services we provide to employers across Australia.
The NRA Legal team is growing and offers our team an unparalleled opportunity to work on complex, high-impact employment law matters and shape the future of workplace relations in Australia.
While we have deep expertise in the retail sector, our diverse client portfolio extends well beyond retail, including hospitality, manufacturing, professional services, financial services, and other industries. Our team advises businesses of all sizes, from small enterprises to national corporations, on navigating Australia's workplace relations landscape.
To support this growth, we are looking for an experienced employment lawyer to join our team.
The Work You'll Do Providing strategic workplace relations advice to members navigating complex HR challenges Representing clients in employment litigation, including unfair dismissal and general protections claims Conducting workplace investigations into misconduct, discrimination, and bullying allegations Leading large-scale wage compliance projects, ensuring businesses meet regulatory obligations Supporting enterprise bargaining Drafting and reviewing employment contracts, policies, and enterprise agreements Delivering training on compliance, workplace culture, and risk management Contributing to industrial relations advocacy, engaging with government, regulators, and industry stakeholders to influence workplace policy and legislative change What We Offer No billable hour targets – focus on delivering quality work without time-sheet pressures Work-life balance – lifestyle-friendly work hours, flexible arrangements & remote options A supportive and collaborative culture – work alongside experienced, approachable colleagues Exciting career growth – as our team expands, there will be new leadership and development opportunities High-impact work – advise and represent businesses at the national level during a time of transformation Industry influence – play a role in shaping industrial relations policy and advocating for fair and practical workplace laws Diverse client exposure – work across retail and a broad range of other industries About You We're looking for an employment lawyer with an unrestricted practising certificate who has:
A strong understanding of workplace relations legislation, modern awards and employment case law Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills The ability to manage a diverse caseload Strong interpersonal and communication skills The ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment Passion for helping businesses navigate workplace challenges and shaping industrial relations policy Apply Now! This is a rare opportunity to join our team at an exciting time of growth and transformation. If you're looking for a role that offers meaningful work, professional development, and a great work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Legal
Industries Legal Services
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