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Make an impact with NTT DATAJoin a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion its a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.Your day at NTT DATANTT DATA is looking for a Senior Legal Counsel to join our team on a permanent role. This role can be based in Sydney or Brisbane or Melbourne and offers flexibility and a hybrid approach to working.Make an impact with NTT DATAJoin a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion its a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.Your day at NTT DATANTT DATA is looking for a Senior Legal Counsel to join our team on a permanent role. This role can be based in Sydney or Brisbane or Melbourne and offers flexibility and a hybrid approach to working.You are a 6-8 years PQE lawyer with experience in employment law across both Australia and New Zealand. You will join the legal team and report to the Head of Legal ANZ but will work closely and primarily with our People & Culture (P&C) team.You will be the SME on employment law in the team, working across a broad range of P&C areas: Staying up to date on employment law developments and translating these into operating practices and guidance for the P&C team and People manager community internally. Engaging with executives to provide briefings on employment law developments and emerging risks. Performance and people management, including incidents and disciplinary processes, workplace investigations, grievances, and organisational restructures. Compliance based investigations, including Whistleblowers/SpeakUp case reviews across APAC.You will also have an interest and experience in general commercial transactions and/or compliance based matters, to support the rest of the team where capacity permits.Whilst you are the SME on employment law, we are a close-knit legal team that works together to support the business. You will have regular contact with team members and receive mentoring to support your growth.What you''ll be doingKey Responsibilities:Contribute to the positive culture of the legal team and P&C teams.Act as the SME on employment law in the team, providing practical, commercial and strategic advice on employment law issues.Develop and implement processes and procedures that enhance the efficiency of the legal and P&C teams.Effectively influence and act as a trusted advisor to the business.What Would Make You a Great Fit?Whilst the below attributes are ideal, were about culture here at NTT DATA Legal so dont worry if you dont meet all of the below criteria wed still love to chat with you.A team player who contributes to the success and culture of the team and enjoys what they do.6-8 years of experience on employment law issues, either in private practice or an in-house environment.Strong experience in both Australia and New Zealand employment landscape.Knowledge of legislation Fair Work Act; National Employment Standards; Modern Awards.Active awareness of recent developments and emerging trends right to disconnect; psychosocial risk management; director accountability; flexible work arrangement decisions; employee non-compete restrictions; equal employment opportunity and diversity.Providing practical and commercial advice to translate requirements into a workplace setting.Advising P&C teams to navigate complex and sensitive employment matters.Experience with workplace health and safety law and workplace compensation is a positive.Eager to work with our P&C team to drive our people experience program.Ability to independently manage workload and operate with a high degree of autonomy.Effective communication skills to engage and influence key stakeholders.A current Australian Practising Certificate / New Zealand Practising Certificate.Some of our BenefitsNTT DATA is a Global and Australian Top Employer, and holds Family Friendly Workplace accreditation. We believe in bringing out the best in you by providing an environment and flexibility that enables you to thrive at work and at home.As part of the NTT DATA family, here is a small sample of the benefits you will enjoy:Flexible and hybrid workingLeave options that allow you to contribute to your community, study, or just take time to recharge.A parental leave policy that supports parents and carers.Income protection insuranceA comprehensive wellbeing program and associated benefitsEveryone is welcome hereFor us, diversity is a strength that is nurtured through an inclusive and fair environment. Were committed to building a diverse workforce, including all and providing everyone with equal opportunities to thrive in their careers.Workplace type :Hybrid WorkingAbout NTT DATANTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group and headquartered in Tokyo.Equal Opportunity EmployerNTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us. Apply today.About the companyTogether we do great thingsNoticeTalentify is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Talentify provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities, including disabled veterans. Request assistance at accessibility@talentify.io or 407-000-0000.Federal law requires every new hire to complete Form I-9 and present proof of identity and U.S. work eligibility.An Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) will score your job-related skills and responses. 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