Employment Law Specialist

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Join ONCALL | SACARE — Where Every Day is an Opportunity to Make a Real Impact.


ONCALL | SACARE is a leading provider of Disability and Community Support Services. Our vision is to be nationally recognized as the leading integrated community service provider, delivering peace of mind.



We’re seeking an Employment Law Specialist to join our team based in our Adelaide office to assist with providing advice on a wide range of employment and industrial relations matters.


Why Join Us?

Supportive environment: Work in a supportive environment that values excellence and collaboration with a team that is committed to quality and innovation.
Work flexibly from our dog-friendly, centrally located head office to working remotely 1 day a week.
Social culture – regular team catchups, events, and activities to stay connected and have fun.
Prioritise your mental health with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Exclusive staff perks – enjoy discounts on health insurance to help ease the cost of living.
About the Role


As our Employment Law Specialist, you’ll provide strategic legal advice in a dynamic workplace environment.


Your responsibilities will include:

Award and Agreement Compliance: Ensuring correct application of modern awards (like SCHADS) and enterprise agreements.
Employment Conditions: Reviewing pay rates, penalty rates, overtime, allowances, and minimum shift requirements.
Union Engagement: Negotiating with unions.
Fair Work Compliance: Ensuring adherence to the Fair Work Act, including protections against adverse action and unfair dismissal.
About You


As the ideal candidate, you will bring:

A strong background in employment law
Relevant qualifications
Proven experience advising on Industrial Relations matters
Understanding of compliance with the Fair Work framework
Confidence in delivering clear, risk-aware legal guidance to internal stakeholders

What You’ll Need:

Bachelor of Law
NDIS Worker Screening Check
Working with Children Check
Current driver's licence
Australian working rights

Make a Difference — Start Today!

ONCALL | SACARE is more than a workplace. We’re a movement for change, driven by compassion, innovation, and excellence in care. If you're ready to be part of something bigger, apply now.


For questions or more information, contact our People & Culture team on 1300 145 636 or email hr@sacare.com.au.


Please note all applicants must be permitted to work in Australia.


ONCALL | SACARE is an Equal Opportunities employer. We have a duty of care to ensure you are not knowingly placed in a role that risks your work health and safety and has specific roles that may, given their genuine occupational requirement fall under an exemption under Section 34 (2) of the Equal Opportunity Act, (SA) 1984 (the Act).


ONCALL | SACARE is committed to child safety, safeguarding and zero tolerance. We take seriously our responsibility to ensure the safety and well-being of all children, young people and adults we support. All applicants and employees must provide mandatory screening checks. Only applicants with Australian Working Rights should apply. Indigenous Australians and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply.