Lawyer

Are you looking to broaden your legal expertise across multiple disciplines Do you enjoy being a trusted adviser to individuals and businesses of all sizes Are you tired of filling in timesheets

If so this is the opportunity for you!

HIA Legal Services is seeking a highly motivated lawyer to join our Brisbane team providing expert guidance to Housing Industry Association (HIA) members across Queensland.

About the role

In this role you will use your legal knowledge to make a direct and positive impact by advising HIA members over the phone and in writing on key legal and compliance matters including :

• Employment law and human resource issues including individual flexibility arrangements and drafting letters of engagement;
• Contract management and administration : providing guidance on how to administer HIAs suite of contracts including around variations extensions of time and disputes;
• Construction law and dispute resolution : assisting members with preliminary advice regarding QCAT applications adjudications and security of payment matters;
• Compliance matters including workplace safety and builders licensing obligations and requirements.

You may also have opportunities to conduct training sessions and presentations for members helping them navigate key business compliance issues.

Additionally you may contribute to HIAs advocacy efforts by assisting in lobbying regulatory discussions and policy submissions.

You may also have the chance to support the review and management of HIAs suite of residential and commercial building contracts nationwide.

HIA Legal Services does not engage in complex legal matters draft legal documents or represent members in legal or tribunal proceedings.

Who are you

Are you ready to take your legal career in a new direction Are you looking for a handson role outside of a traditional law firm

Were looking for someone who :

• Has a current practising certificate (or the ability to obtain one);
• Has a working knowledge of or a keen interest in areas such as contracts construction law or employment law;
• Enjoys problemsolving and providing practical legal advice;
• Is a confident communicator both over the phone and in writing;
• Thrives in a role where they can support and advise businesses and individuals directly.

Who are we

The Housing Industry Association (HIA) is Australias leading residential building industry body representing builders contractors developers manufacturers and suppliers. HIA provides a wide range of services to its members including policy and advocacy business compliance and advice and training.

HIA Legal Services is a wholly owned incorporated legal practice of HIA dedicated to providing confidential legal advice and support to HIA members.

Benefits

• Generous salary package on offer
• Life and Salary Continuance Insurance
• Salary Packaging Arrangements
• Ability to purchase Annual Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Paid Parental Leave above the minimum legislative requirement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Study Assistance and Internal training programs offered to help you grow
• Highly experienced supportive and inclusive team
• Affinity Program
• Milestone Recognition

Some benefits outlined above are conditional upon a service period with the Company.

Position Description

Key Skills

Time Management,Microsoft Office,Communication skills,Computer Skills,Microsoft Word,Banking,Legal Research,Microsoft Powerpoint,Microsoft Excel,Underwriting,Phone Etiquette

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 100000 - 105000