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About our Client:An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Employee Relations Advisor to join a large, mission-driven organisation that delivers services across healthcare, aged care, mental health, early parenting and community programs. This is a key role within the Employee Relations team with a strong emphasis on supporting complex case management, industrial relations, and enterprise bargaining processes.About the Role: Reporting to the Group Manager, Employee Relations, this position will provide expert advice and support across a diverse portfolio. You will play a critical role in managing complex employment matters, leading IR/ER projects, and engaging with key stakeholders across the organisation. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced ER/IR professional looking to make a meaningful contribution in a collaborative, purpose-led environment. Key Responsibilities: Provide timely advice on a broad range of employee and industrial relations matters, including complex case management. Support enterprise bargaining processes, including negotiations, analysis, and implementation. Interpret and advise on enterprise agreements, awards and employment legislation. Lead investigations and provide practical, risk-based advice on performance, conduct and ill/injured employee matters. Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including union representatives and regulatory bodies. Support change management processes and operational reviews. Develop and deliver ER/IR training to managers and HR business partners. Contribute to policy review and continuous improvement of ER/IR frameworks. About You: Proven experience in employment relations, industrial relations or employment law, ideally in a complex multi-site organisation. Admitted to practice in an Australian jurisdiction Deep knowledge of the Australian industrial relations system, public sector and private sector frameworks. Demonstrated experience in enterprise bargaining and union engagement. Sound understanding of relevant legislation including the Fair Work Act. Ability to lead investigations and manage disputes with sensitivity and professionalism. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on clear, practical advice. Strong stakeholder management and relationship building skills. High levels of personal integrity, professionalism, and alignment with organisational values. How to apply:Adam Kumaraswamyp: 0414 223 338e: akumaraswamy@sharpandcarter.com.au
About our Client: A long-established, well-regarded law firm located in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs is seeking an experienced and compassionate Senior Family Lawyer to take on a key leadership role within its family law practice. This is a rare opportunity to step into a well-supported, client-facing role with a strong referral base and the opportunity to shape the next chapter of a thriving family law team.About the Role: With a respected senior practitioner approaching retirement, this position has been created to ensure a smooth transition of client relationships and continued excellence in legal service delivery. The role will appeal to a confident, technically sound family lawyer looking to take the next step in a collegiate and values-driven environment.Key Responsibilities: Manage a diverse and well-established family law caseload including property, parenting, financial agreements, and intervention orders. Provide strategic, empathetic legal advice to clients during sensitive and complex matters. Maintain and develop strong client and referrer relationships, ensuring a seamless continuation of service. Represent clients in mediations, negotiations, and court proceedings as needed. Contribute to practice development and leadership within the firm. About You: At least 8 years’ post-admission experience (ideally more) with a strong focus on family law. Accredited Specialist in Family Law (preferred but not essential). Strong client relationship skills, particularly with high-net-worth or complex family matters. A natural leader with the ability to mentor others and inspire confidence. Strong drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills. Desire to step into a succession pathway with long-term potential. How to apply:Adam Kumaraswamye: akumaraswamy@sharpandcarter.com.au
About our Client:An exceptional opportunity exists to join a well-established, premium entity with a strong global footprint. This Melbourne-based role offers diverse legal challenges, strategic influence, and the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership in a complex, regulated environment.About the Role:As Senior Legal Counsel, you will play a pivotal role in advising on a broad range of legal and regulatory issues. You’ll partner with key business units across consumer finance, credit, operations, compliance, and data to support strategic initiatives while ensuring compliance with applicable laws, including financial services legislation, privacy, and AML/CTF obligations.Key Responsibilities: Provide expert legal advice across areas including consumer credit, AML/CTF, privacy, contract law, marketing, and financial services regulation. Advise on obligations under the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Act (AML/CTF) and related guidance, working closely with risk and compliance teams. Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial contracts, including dealer agreements, service contracts, and technology or digital solution agreements. Support the business on investigations, complaints, or regulatory notices, including from AUSTRAC, ASIC, and other authorities. Provide legal guidance on marketing, product development, and digital channels, ensuring alignment with privacy and advertising regulations. Assist with the management of litigation, disputes, and external legal counsel where required. Educate business stakeholders on legal developments, regulatory changes, and risk management practices, including AML awareness. About You: Tertiary qualifications in Law and eligibility to practise in an Australian jurisdiction. 7+ post-qualification experience, ideally gained in financial services, fintech, or a regulatory-focused in-house environment. Strong working knowledge of Australian consumer credit law, AML/CTF, privacy, and financial services regulatory frameworks. Demonstrated experience in contract negotiation and managing regulatory risk. Commercial mindset with excellent interpersonal and influencing skills. Familiarity with AUSTRAC compliance expectations or prior interaction with regulators will be advantageous. How to apply:Adam Kumaraswamye: akumaraswamy@sharpandcarter.com.au
About the Role: Join a leading global nutrition and dairy company that owns a portfolio of trusted brands across the Asia-Pacific region. As part of their commitment to excellence, safety, and regulatory integrity, they are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to support their Australian operations and act as a key conduit between local teams and global leadership.About the Role: In this high-impact position, you will serve as the lead legal advisor in Australia, supporting a dynamic and fast-growing subsidiary focused on organic infant formula and food products. You’ll provide commercially sound legal advice across the business, manage compliance frameworks, and collaborate directly with China-based headquarters and cross-functional stakeholders across legal, marketing, operations, and procurement.Key Responsibilities: Advise on all legal and regulatory matters relating to the manufacturing, marketing, and export of infant nutrition products. Ensure compliance with Australian consumer, food safety, corporate, employment, privacy, FIRB and advertising laws. Support global legal strategy in relation to cross-border IP, trade, and governance risks. Draft and negotiate commercial agreements (including supply, distribution, licensing, and NDAs). Lead dispute management, regulatory investigations, and responses to statutory authorities. Design and implement localized risk and compliance frameworks aligned with global HQ policies. Collaborate closely with China-based legal and leadership teams on regional strategy and operations. About You: Australian qualified lawyer with 7+ years PQE (law firm or in-house). Ideally you will come from a FMCG, Retail or Healthcare background Strong understanding of FMCG regulatory environments, ideally including food safety and consumer product law. Experience in cross-border legal work and interfacing with Asia-based business units. Commercial mindset, pragmatic legal reasoning, and strong relationship-building skills. Able to work autonomously and influence at senior levels. How to apply:Adam Kumaraswamye: akumaraswamy@sharpandcarter.com.au
About our Client:They are an internationally renowned firm with a global footprint. They are seeking a detailed oriented Corporate Paralegal to join a leading practice group. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a market-leading practice that advises top tier clients on a wide range of corporate matters.About the Role: Registrations of public, proprietary and foreign companies; Maintaining and updating the corporate registers for large number of local subsidiary companies and foreign registered companies; Ensuring compliance of companies with requirements under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth); Drafting documents to effect changes to companies including but not limited to change to directors, issue and transfer of shares, share buy-backs, application of class orders; change of name and change of company type and deregistration; Drafting AGM and board of director minutes; Transactional matters including preparation of pre and post-closing documentation in relation to acquisition and disposal of companies; Registering business names; ASIC Industry Funding and ASIC Regulatory Portal lodgements; Overseeing ASIC filings and search requests for related practice groups within the firm About You: At least 3 years' experience in a professional services environment; Previous experience in a corporate paralegal or secretarial role; Knowledge of ASIC Agent portal or lodgement processes; Excellent analytical, communication, and research skills; A commitment to high work standards and strong attention to detail; An ability to manage competing priorities and work flexibility; An ability to demonstrate initiative and proactivity; An ability to develop strong relationships; An ability to work well in a team environment; and A willingness to learn How to apply:Adam Kumaraswamye: akumaraswamy@sharpandcarter.com.au
About our Client:A high-profile, global organisation in the transport and mobility sector is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join its in-house legal team for a fixed-term opportunity. This role presents an opportunity to work across diverse legal areas in a supportive, fast-paced environment.About the Role: Advising on a wide range of commercial contracts and tenders Providing legal support on competition and consumer law matters Collaborating with stakeholders on litigation and dispute management Reviewing marketing and advertising content for legal compliance Supporting business units with contract lifecycle systems and processes Delivering pragmatic legal solutions that align with commercial goals About You: An experienced lawyer with strong competition & consumer and commercial experience Proficient in contract negotiation, drafting, and legal advisory Comfortable engaging with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders Has advised on marketing material Detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of independent problem-solving Enthusiastic about working in a dynamic, fast-paced corporate environment Can start at short notice How to apply:Adam Kumaraswamye: akumaraswamy@sharpandcarter.com.au
