Sydney CBD| 4-6 Month Contract | Potential Extension or convert to perm
About the Role
A large, nationally recognised organisation is seeking an experienced Employee & Industrial Relations professional to lead a critical workplace relations program during a period of growth and transformation.
About the Role
A large, nationally recognised organisation is seeking an experienced Employee & Industrial Relations professional to lead a critical workplace relations program during a period of growth and transformation.
This newly created role has been established to provide specialist ER/IR expertise, allowing the broader People & Culture team to focus on strategic business partnering priorities. Reporting to a senior executive leader, you will play a pivotal role in shaping industrial relations strategy, supporting enterprise bargaining initiatives, and enhancing organisational capability across employee relations.
The Opportunity
This is a highly visible role where you'll work closely with senior stakeholders to:
- Lead industrial relations initiatives and enterprise bargaining preparations.
- Develop and implement industrial frameworks to support a growing workforce.
- Partner with operational leaders to ensure agreements support future business needs.
- Manage complex employee relations matters and provide expert advice on risk and compliance.
- Support the enhancement of Respect at Work and workplace relations frameworks.
- Coach and upskill HR and business leaders on employee relations best practice.
- Build trusted relationships across a diverse and geographically dispersed workforce.
You are a seasoned ER/IR professional who combines strong technical expertise with a pragmatic and collaborative approach.
You will bring:
- Demonstrated experience in industrial relations and enterprise bargaining.
- Experience working with unions and employee representative groups.
- Strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation and workplace relations frameworks.
- The ability to influence senior stakeholders and navigate complex organisational environments.
- Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
- A hands-on, solutions-focused style and the confidence to work autonomously.
About Culture & Benefits
- Immediate start opportunity.
- High-profile role with significant organisational impact.
- Supportive executive leadership team.
- Flexible engagement options (contractor or fixed-term considered).
About Applying
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For specific questions about this role, please contact Vicki Treeby on 042 0711 638
