Canva

Technology

SeniorEmploymentCounsel,APAC

A$220–320k ~AI est. Sydney, New South Wales, Australia FULL TIME Remote Friendly
The Brief

“Senior Employment Counsel, APAC at Canva. Skills: Employment law, APAC region, Risk management. Provide strategic, commercially pragmatic advice. Advise on day-to-day employment matters”

Industry & Context.

Technology

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Admitted to practice in Australia, 8+ years employment law experience, Experience advising senior stakeholders, Balance legal risk with commercial considerations, Excellent judgment, Comfort operating in fast-paced environment

Nice to Have

Experience in multinational environment, Experience in tech industry

What You'll Do.

commercially pragmatic advice

Advise on day-to-day employment matters

Support Canva’s growth

Support development and implementation of frameworks

Identify and manage employment-related legal risks

Deliver practical training and guidance

Collaborate on cross-border matters

Manage employment disputes

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Partner with People; Work with business leaders; Collaborate with legal colleagues; Collaborate with Employment Legal colleagues globally

Communication Scope

Translate complex legal concepts

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