Associate Director, Employee Relations

Work Type:

Location:

Melbourne - VIC 

  • Shape the ER & policy landscape of a global organisation
  • CBD Location | Hybrid 3-4 days on site
  • 6 month max term contract
An opportunity has arisen with a highly respected financial services organisation. They are seeking an experienced Employee Relations specialist to play a key role in uplifting ER capability, reducing organisational risk, and steering high impact people initiatives across a complex, global footprint.
This newly created contract role sits within a collaborative and high performing People & Culture team and offers the chance to influence enterprise wide change in a mature, fast paced environment.

About the Role
As the Associate Director, Employee Relations & Policy, you will be responsible for delivering technical ER and policy expertise, designing frameworks and toolkits that enable consistency and capability across the organisation. You’ll partner closely with senior leaders, P&C colleagues, and external advisors on a range of ER matters, policy reviews, and strategic projects.
Key responsibilities include:
  • Providing specialist employee relations and policy advice to leaders and P&C teams across multiple jurisdictions
  • Developing and maintaining ER processes, toolkits, templates, and governance frameworks
  • Leading and supporting high impact change projects related to employment terms, conditions, and policy uplift
  • Coaching leaders on people management, ER practices, and legislative interpretation
  • Partnering with external legal counsel on complex ER matters and translating advice into practical solutions for the business
  • Contributing to broader P&C strategic initiatives and cultural programs
About You
You will bring:
  • Deep expertise in employee relations, legislative interpretation, and contemporary HR policy design
  • Strong experience working across multiple jurisdictions and advising on complex ER matters
  • Proven ability to design and implement ER frameworks, policies, and change initiatives
  • High level influencing skills, with the confidence to challenge constructively and act as a true trusted advisor
  • Excellent project management capabilities and the ability to lead virtual, cross-functional teams
  • Exceptional relationship building and communication skills
  • Relevant qualifications in HR and/or Employment Law
  • Experience in Financial Services will be highly regarded.
Why This Role?
  • Work with a highly respected leadership team committed to uplift, consistency, and culture
  • Influence enterprise wide people strategy within a global organisation
  • Step into a strategic advisory role with meaningful impact
  • Enjoy flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to shape ER and policy maturity
For any questions regarding this role, please reach out to Anica on 03 9664 0911. To Apply, please follow the steps below. 

Reference Number:

3986529

Date Published:

19-Nov-2025

Contact Name:

Anica Weereratne

Contact Email:

aweereratne@thenextstep.com.au

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