Industrial Relations Advisor - Contract
- Location:
- Parramatta, New South Wales, Australia
- Posted:
- 19th February 2025
- Advertiser:
- Hays - ANZ - 2917093
- Flexible working
- Growth opportunities
- Impactful work
IR Specialist role, 12 months fixed term role based in western Sydney
Your new company
The Industrial Relations Advisor is responsible for offering expert employment and industrial relations (ER/IR) guidance to ensure compliance with legislation and best practices across this education organisation. Based in western Sydney, this is a fixed-term contract for 12 months.
Your new role
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Providing advice on and implementing employment terms in line with enterprise agreements, awards, and employment laws.
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Collaborating with the Employment Relations Manager and ER team members to lead and support enterprise agreement negotiations, advocacy, and discussions with unions and other external entities.
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Keeping track of the industrial and employment relations environment and offering strategic advice to maintain compliance and adapt to changes.
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Assisting the Employment Relations Manager in overseeing employment conditions and reducing industrial disputes, including fostering professional relationships with unions.
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Maintaining records related to Industrial Relations and other pertinent materials.
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Ensuring all policies, procedures, and guidelines are up-to-date and compliant.
What you'll need to succeed
You will need to be confident in IR, employee relations cases and strong stakeholder customer service. Strong communication and negotiation skills. A team player with an exceptional work ethic who has demonstrated skills in collaboration.
Contribute to the delivery and continuous improvement of strategic initiatives and operational plans.
Engage in continuous learning and contribute positively to a collaborative and respectful working environment aligned with the organisation's culture and values.
What you'll get in return
For this role, you will see you take on an exciting challenge with the satisfaction of seeing tangible results for your work across the whole organisation. You will be a key member of the team committed to upholding a strong workplace culture and values. For your work, you will be rewarded with a competitive salary.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to Sophie.Cronin@hays.com.au If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
