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Senior Employment Counsel, APAC

SeniorFull-timeRemoteMelbourne VIC, AustraliaPosted 3 months agoVerified 1 week ago
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About the job

This job is about joining Canva's global Employment Legal Team as an Employment Counsel, focusing on APAC matters. The role is crucial in providing strategic legal advice and supporting the company's growth in a high-paced environment. The team thrives on collaboration, creativity, and a shared mission to democratise design.

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Providing strategic advice

Offer strategic, commercially pragmatic advice on employment law matters in Australia and across APAC.
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Advising on employment matters

Advise on day-to-day employment matters including performance management and regulatory issues.
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Collaborating with stakeholders

Partner closely with People, Total Rewards, Finance and other key stakeholders to support growth.

Key criteria

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Admitted to practice in Australia

Possession of a valid legal practising certificate in Australia.

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6+ years of employment law experience

Demonstrated experience as a practising employment lawyer, preferably in-house.

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Experience advising HR teams

Proven background in providing legal advice to HR and business leaders.

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5 criteria for this job
Admitted to practice in Australia
Possession of a valid legal practising certificate in Australia.

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6+ years of employment law experience
Demonstrated experience as a practising employment lawyer, preferably in-house.

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Experience advising HR teams
Proven background in providing legal advice to HR and business leaders.

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Strong communication skills
Ability to simplify complex legal concepts into practical solutions.

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Navigating ambiguity
Confidence in balancing legal risks with commercial pragmatism.

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