Job Description
Snr Lawyer Employment, Safety &Liability
Organisation/Entity: Transport For NSW
Job category: Projects
Job location: Sydney, NSW, AU, 2020
Job reference number: 101158
Employment type: Permanent Full-Time
Salary range: $137551.0-$154055.0
If you’re after impact, there’s no other organisation in Australia that delivers work on this scale.
You've been looking for an opportunity to influence policies, initiatives, and projects that can improve the lives of millions of people.
This is a transport Grade 8 ($137,551- $154,055) plus superannuation
In this role:
You'll be working in the Legal - Employment, Safety & Liability - team, where you will provide expert legal advice and manage legal claims and litigation on a diverse range of employment (including industrial) and safety matters to support the business and operations of Transport for NSW, Sydney Trains and NSW TrainLink.
This will include working collaboratively with other members of the team and internal clients, and providing practical and solutions-focused advice and legal support on such matters as:
Employee misconduct and performance management
Unfair dismissal claims before the Fair Work Commission and Industrial Relations Commission
Work Health and Safety and Rail Safety National Law compliance
Discrimination claims
Industrial matters
Interpretation of legislation, policies and industrial instruments
You will model the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct.
For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.
About you
You are an experienced Employment and/or Safety Lawyer who has tertiary qualifications in law, holds a practising certificate in NSW and has 5 plus years relevant post qualification experience.
You will have advanced written communication skills and be able to draft succinct and well-structured documents. You will also have excellent verbal communication and stakeholder management skills and be able to convey technical legal concepts clearly.
You will have exceptional time management skills and be able to manage a busy workload with competing priorities. You are able to work collaboratively with other team members, and closely with internal clients and project teams to provide solutions-focused legal support.
Who we are
Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.
Join us
Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.
We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options.
This role is hybrid-friendly, meaning you can mix in-person days at your team’s home base location with remote days.
What are you waiting for…? Connect with us. Apply now!
Applications close: 11:59 pm Sunday 10 August 2026.
For more information about this role, please contact [email protected].
Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal people or Supporting people with disability for more info or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.
Need some help with your application? Take a look at our application tips video series.
Job Segment: Law, Compliance, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Attorney, Legal, Human Resources
Organisation/Entity: Transport For NSW
Job category: Projects
Job location: Sydney, NSW, AU, 2020
Job reference number: 101158
Employment type: Permanent Full-Time
Salary range: $137551.0-$154055.0
If you’re after impact, there’s no other organisation in Australia that delivers work on this scale.
You've been looking for an opportunity to influence policies, initiatives, and projects that can improve the lives of millions of people.
This is a transport Grade 8 ($137,551- $154,055) plus superannuation
In this role:
You'll be working in the Legal - Employment, Safety & Liability - team, where you will provide expert legal advice and manage legal claims and litigation on a diverse range of employment (including industrial) and safety matters to support the business and operations of Transport for NSW, Sydney Trains and NSW TrainLink.
This will include working collaboratively with other members of the team and internal clients, and providing practical and solutions-focused advice and legal support on such matters as:
Employee misconduct and performance management
Unfair dismissal claims before the Fair Work Commission and Industrial Relations Commission
Work Health and Safety and Rail Safety National Law compliance
Discrimination claims
Industrial matters
Interpretation of legislation, policies and industrial instruments
You will model the highest standards of integrity and professional conduct.
For more information on this position and business unit, view the role description and information pack.
About you
You are an experienced Employment and/or Safety Lawyer who has tertiary qualifications in law, holds a practising certificate in NSW and has 5 plus years relevant post qualification experience.
You will have advanced written communication skills and be able to draft succinct and well-structured documents. You will also have excellent verbal communication and stakeholder management skills and be able to convey technical legal concepts clearly.
You will have exceptional time management skills and be able to manage a busy workload with competing priorities. You are able to work collaboratively with other team members, and closely with internal clients and project teams to provide solutions-focused legal support.
Who we are
Transport for NSW provides a safe, integrated, and efficient transport system. We connect people, communities and industry every day.
Join us
Our workforce is as diverse as the community we serve. If you’d like further information on our inclusion and diversity initiatives, visit Transport careers.
We offer a wide range of employee benefits, like our award-winning flexible and hybrid work options.
This role is hybrid-friendly, meaning you can mix in-person days at your team’s home base location with remote days.
What are you waiting for…? Connect with us. Apply now!
Applications close: 11:59 pm Sunday 10 August 2026.
For more information about this role, please contact [email protected].
Aboriginal people and people living with disability are supported throughout the recruitment process and at work, and we encourage you to apply. Visit Supporting Aboriginal people or Supporting people with disability for more info or speak to your talent team member to arrange any adjustments to how you interact with us.
Need some help with your application? Take a look at our application tips video series.
Job Segment: Law, Compliance, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Attorney, Legal, Human Resources
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Snr Lawyer Employment, Safety &Liability position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Mascot offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.
