" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eEmployment Senior Associate\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"9082\"\u003e Legal \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"9083\"\u003e Lawyer - Employment \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"9084\"\u003e Melbourne \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"9085\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 26/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiverse employment practice\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMust have 5+ years\u0026#39; PQE experience\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHighly flexible working environment\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout us:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eAt Colin Biggers \u0026amp; Paisley, we\u0026rsquo;re here to make a difference. We are a unique legal practice and we believe in what we do. This applies to the solutions we create for our clients, the contribution we make to our communities and the careers we build for our people.\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eWe are lawyers of choice in the construction, property and insurance industries and maintain a strong presence in the areas of employment and safety, banking and finance, corporate and commercial and litigation and dispute resolution.\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eOur values of balance, respect, loyalty and integrity underpin everything we do. Our culture focuses on excellence without losing sight of work-life balance. We are committed to supporting the health, safety and wellbeing of our people.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe continually invest in our people, including learning and development opportunities and offer a formal mentoring program. We also offer other benefits such as health and fitness perks, rewards and recognition, complimentary massages and professional memberships.\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eWe don\u0026rsquo;t just recognise our role as a corporate citizen, we put words into actions. The Colin Biggers \u0026amp; Paisley Foundation brings together our entire community offering and is comprised of three streams - pro bono legal services, volunteering and charitable contributions. To ensure maximum impact, the core strategy of our Foundation is to promote and protect the rights of women and children and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the role:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe are seeking an Employment Senior Associate to join our employment practice in Melbourne. Key responsibilities include:\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eRepresent clients in conciliations, mediations, arbitrations and, when necessary, court proceedings\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCollaborate with external counsel to develop case strategies and achieve favourable outcomes\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManage and lead the defence and resolution of employment practices claims including drafting defences, responses and settlement agreements\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide strategic legal advice to clients on employment law compliance and risk mitigation in relation to workplace policies and practices\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProviding clients with commercial legal advice\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConduct thorough investigations and fact-finding related to employment disputes\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRegularly reviewing applicable case law and legislative changes\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConducting effective legal research and analysis to produce timely, commercial and legally accurate advice\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManaging a robust workload, including prioritising work and delivering services effectively\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeveloping an understanding of client operations and strategy\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuild and maintain strong client relationships by understanding their business needs and delivering high quality legal solutions\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContinual professional development and managing CLE requirements\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMentor and guide junior solicitors and support staff, fostering professional growth and knowledge sharing\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe successful candidate:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou will need to be self-motivated, energetic and adaptable in this dynamic environment. You will work closely with clients, insurers, legal counsel and other stakeholders to investigate, assess and defend claims arising from workplace issues such as discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, wage and hour disputes, and other employment practices liability matters. Ideal background and skills include:\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e5+ years\u0027 PQE with previous experience in employment matters\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong attention to detail\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to follow instructions well\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to relate to people at all levels and effectively work in a team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA strong focus on turnaround time and ability to work under pressure\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePractical and client focused problem solving and research skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA strong, plain language communication style\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent investigative, analytical and problem solving skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEffective communication and negotiation skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven ability to manage multiple complex claims simultaneously with attention to detail\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eJoin the team:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eOur culture focuses on excellence without losing sight of work-life balance. We work hard for our clients but we also make sure we put our people first. Whether it\u0027s taking advantage of our discounted gym memberships across Australia, joining one of our all-star sports teams or enjoying a complimentary massage, Colin Biggers \u0026amp; Paisley offers a suite of unique employee benefits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eOur people are given every opportunity for both career progression and personal growth. We continually invest in our people and support and encourage them as they grow within the practice.\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eInclusion and Diversity is a priority for us. \u0026ldquo;Diversity\u0026rdquo; to us means diversity in gender, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation and ability, and \u0026ldquo;inclusion\u0026rdquo; for us means inclusion for all. We are committed to fostering a truly diverse workforce that is inclusive of everyone. Our aim is to be recognised as a leading provider of inclusion and diversity in the legal profession.\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eWe welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of gender identity, age, sexual orientation, disability or ethnicity.\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe look forward to receiving your application.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"1129378\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "