ER/Workplace Relations Specialist

This renowned Australian business offers financial services in Australia and New Zealand, employing over 3,000 people. With a rich history and a solid reputation, they prioritise achieving the best outcomes for their customers, employees, and shareholders. You will have the opportunity to work on challenging, rewarding projects that foster both personal and professional growth. This business offers flexibility to work in their sublime offices in the CBD or from home in a hybrid model.Reporting to the Head of Workplace Relations and working closely with an experienced team, you’ll enjoy being part of a collaborative and inclusive culture that values diverse talents and backgrounds. This pivotal role involves managing complex people matters, conducting thorough investigations, and providing strategic workplace relations advice. Your expertise will ensure compliance with employment laws and support the overall People Strategy.In this role, you will offer expert advice and end-to-end case management for complex people matters and grievances and conduct diligent investigations, collaborating with Legal, HR, and stakeholders on external claims. Part of your role will be to implement improvements by developing and implementing relevant policies and industrial instruments, manage case management reporting, and ensure effective policy management. You will document and review ER-related processes to reduce risk, support risk management, and implement appropriate controls. Fostering knowledge sharing and collaborative behaviours and staying updated on industry trends will enhance your role and the company positioning.A bachelor’s degree in HR, Law, Business, or related fields is essential. Previous experience in workplace relations or employment law, ideally within the financial sector would be ideal together with an in-depth knowledge of workplace relations legislation and procedures. Strong skills in investigation, case management, influencing, negotiation, and legal interpretation will also be essential.Join us to leverage your expertise in a supportive environment that champions innovation and continuous improvement.About Applying
At The Next Step, we embrace individuality and differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, faith and sexual orientation. We strive to provide a recruitment experience that’s fair, inclusive and accessible. We encourage all suitable applicants to apply for this role.For any accessibility needs to be considered during the recruitment process, please let us know at support@thenextstep.com.auClick “Apply” to apply for this role.Please call Bo Campbell for further details and a fast response on 02 8256 2519, or email bcampbell@thenextstep.com.auReference Number:3793575Date Published:14-Jun-2024Contact Name:Bo CampbellContact Email:bcampbell@thenextstep.com.auShare this jobInterested in this job?Save this jobPrint this jobCREATE ALERTSimilar JobsConsultant Name: Consultant Email: Social AccountsSCHEMA MARKUP ( This text will only show on the editor. )The Next Step embraces individuality and differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, faith and sexual orientation. We strive to provide a recruitment experience that’s fair, inclusive and accessible. We encourage all suitable applicants to apply for roles. Please speak to our consultants about any accessibility needs to be considered during the recruitment process.Let’s connectSYDNEYTHe Commons, LEVEL 4388 George StreetSydney NSW 2000GADIGAL landMELBOURNELEVEL 1, SUITE 1.02,838 COLLINS STREETDOCKLANDS VIC 3008WURUNDJERI WOI-WURRUNG
& BUNURONG / BOON WURRUNG LANDBRISBANELevel 14241 Adelaide stBrisbane QLD 4000JAGERA & TURRBAL LANDQuick LinksServicesThe Next Step acknowledges and pays respect to the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work.