Enterprise Agreements
An enterprise agreement is a collective agreement negotiated between an employer and its employees about the conditions of employment at their workplace. Enterprise bargaining is the process of negotiating that agreement and despite being a key element of the Australian employment and workplace relations system, is also one of the hardest to navigate successfully.
The enterprise bargaining process is highly regulated, and employers must comply with these regulations before an enterprise agreement can be approved by the Fair Work Commission.
If you are an employer currently bargaining for an enterprise agreement, or considering entering the bargaining process, our experienced workplace relations team can provide expert guidance on the entire enterprise bargaining framework and how an enterprise agreement may impact your business operations. We customise our support to suit your specific needs and budget—from offering expert advice on the bargaining process, to drafting the enterprise agreement and facilitating negotiations with your employees, all the way through to managing the approval application with the Fair Work Commission.
Additionally, once your enterprise agreement is approved and in effect, we can assist you in managing and resolving any disputes that arise under its terms, ensuring your business remains compliant and well-positioned to maintain productive workplace relations.
The MV difference
Whether you are a business, an employee or a contractor, we can help you understand your rights and obligations in the workplace. We can advise and represent you in relation to your employment and workplace relations matters, including any disputes that may arise.
As Canberra’s trusted employment and workplace relations lawyers, we have built a reputation for our passion, commitment and collaborative approach to employment and workplace relations needs. Our experienced employment and workplace relations lawyers take great pride in working closely with you to understand your needs and to develop strategic and pragmatic solutions to what are often tricky workplace issues.
We know that workplace disputes can have a devastating impact on workplace morale, productivity and, most concerningly, the wellbeing of everyone involved. We will listen to you and work with you. We will give you frank, plain-English advice about the strengths and weaknesses of your claim.
Combining deep legal expertise with genuine compassion, our employment lawyers will guide you through your challenging workplace issues with understanding and respect. We listen carefully, communicate clearly, and advocate firmly and fairly. Balancing professionalism with humanity, we strive not only to protect your rights but also to help you find closure, confidence, and a path forward.
We’ll work alongside you to achieve the best possible outcome and come up with practical and creative outcomes for resolution of your concerns. Our team helps you understand your rights and how to assert them effectively. We tailor our support to your needs—whether you prefer full-service representation or guidance behind the scenes to empower you to manage your legal dispute with confidence.
We provide full and transparent disclosure of all legal costs. While we typically request an initial deposit, we carefully track expenses and keep you informed throughout your matter so you can budget with confidence. This approach ensures you remain in control of your legal costs from start to finish.
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