Employment Relations Specialist

6 month fixed term contract
Newly created position
Flexible and Hybrid working opportunities
Attractive Remuneration Package based on experience
About the position
This position has been created for a special project to review the payments made to casual staff. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Workplace Relations and Support, the Employment Relations Specialist will provide specialist advice on matters relating to appropriate payments for casual staff and actions of the University moving forward, including the development of a compliance framework, training for internal HR staff. This role will also manage a case load of any casual underpayment issues identified, and work closely with the payroll team to rectify any identified underpayments.
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position, you will have
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement innovative policies and practices in pursuit of continuous improvement.
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain sound working relationships internally and externally and to communicate effectively on a range of sensitive and complex issues.
Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a complex and political environment and balance a range of priorities and expectations.
Demonstrated ability to manage a case load, develop training and compliance frameworks
Strong interpersonal skills including ability to negotiate, motivate, influence and build relationships.
Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
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How to apply
Closing date: By 11:55pm Sunday 25th February 2024
Recruitment Enquiries: Justin Bolton j.bolton@latrobe.edu.au
Position Description below:
PD Senior Workplace Relations Consultant-Investigations.pdf
Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
Cover letter;
An up to date resume
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.