Senior Lawyer

domain Legal → Industrial Relations & Employment Law home_work On-site Posted 1 day ago About your new employer Clinical Excellence The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions. Career Growth and Development We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU). Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities. Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle. Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages. Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements. Salary range: $ to $ p.f. (PO5) 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available About your opportunity As a member of the in‑house legal team, oversee and provide strategic advice on the management of employee relations (performance, conduct, grievances, complaints, investigations, ill and injured employees etc) and support the organisation in meeting its objectives by: Delivering briefings to the Board, Chief Executive Officer, Executive Leadership Team and senior managers on workforce related legal matters, as required; Guiding, leading and providing case management (as required) of dispute and grievance investigation and resolution at all levels in the organisation; and Translating complicated legal concepts into practical solutions to inform stakeholders. Requirements: Possess a degree in Law and admission or eligibility for immediate admission to practice as a solicitor or barrister in the Supreme Court of Queensland and enrolment or eligibility for enrolment to practice in the High Court of Australia. Probation period may apply. Pre‑employment checks will be conducted. Please refer to the Role Description for further details. Apply now and be part of something extraordinary Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact: Jennifer Grant on . Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. Please download the Role Description from the Documents section below for application/interview preparation and future reference. About Townsville Hospital and Health Service home_pin Townsville, QLD, Australia The Townsville Hospital and Health Service comprises 18 hospitals and community health campuses and two residential aged care facilities. The health service has a population of more than 230,000 and employs a workforce of around 5,000 dedicated staff, all whom take pride in providing the best possible care to thousands of patients across the region. In the past financial year, the health service provided almost 65,000 in‑patient occasions of service, had more than 75,000 emergency department attendances and delivered more than 2,600 babies. The health service has five clinical service groups. These are: Surgical, Mental Health, Rural Hospitals, Medical and Health and Wellbeing. They are supported by the Commercial Services Group. The Townsville Hospital and Health Service can offer you the right blend of professional enhancement and fulfilling work coupled with a relaxed lifestyle in the tropics. Source: This is an extract from the company's own website Looking for More Opportunities? Explore more jobs with upfront salary details that respect your worth. #J-18808-Ljbffr