Head Of Employment Relations

This leading Australian, purpose-driven business with international presence is committed to innovation and excellence in its industry. As a result of an internal promotion, this large, complex and diversified environment with over 4500 employees is seeking their new Head of Employment Relations.
Collaborating with a highly regarded Chief People Officer (CPO) and leading a strong, capable team of qualified lawyers, this role will be critical for building positive stakeholder relations to enact meaningful change.
With your legal expertise and deep understanding of Employment Relations, you will redefine the engagement with unions, building a partnership that balances traditional values with an ambitious agenda for change and improvement.Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the development and implementation of strategic workplace relations strategies, including negotiations, compliance projects, and policy development.
• Ensuring legal compliance across all aspects of employee relations, serving as the liaison with external legal counsel as required.
• Overseeing the management of complex disputes and grievances, guaranteeing effective case management and provision of legal advice.
• Spearheading innovative HR services approaches, contributing significantly to corporate-wide people strategies and policies.

To be successful in this role, you will be:

• A highly experienced practitioner in Employment Relations, with legal qualifications and a current practicing certificate.
• A visionary with a proven track record of strong leadership, capable of fostering teams as well as relationships with unions to advance change agendas.
• Exceptionally skilled in stakeholder management and influencing, with a comprehensive understanding of the regulatory landscape in a large-scale, complex environment.

In return this pivotal role comes with a competitive salary package of up to $320,000, reflecting the strategic importance and expectations attached to the position. This environment will embrace innovation and bold ideas. You will have the unparalleled opportunity to lead change, make a positive impact on the workforce, and work alongside a team of passionate and dedicated professionals. Your insights and leadership will be instrumental in navigating this company’s path towards success, making this a career-defining opportunity.About Applying
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