People and Culture Consultant

2 weeks ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia TAL Full time
Job Description

Join Australia's leading life insurer as a People and Culture Consultant. Reporting to the People and Culture Consulting Manager, you will be responsible for providing advice and supporting People Leaders on a broad range of people related initiatives and activities. You will partner with our People and Culture Business Partners in managing employee relations/industrial relations cases, while leading and managing projects and recurring operational activities.

This is a permanent role, working flexibly from our Sydney office.

In this role you will:

  • Provide people advisory support and consultancy to People Leaders around the range of human resource activities.
  • Take ownership and accountability for the management of employee relations/industrial relations cases, including performance management, misconduct, and formal investigations.
  • Support the People and Culture Business Partners by taking ownership of specific activities related to organizational changes, such as planning, coordination, document preparation, attending and supporting consultation and outcome meetings.
  • Offer complex People and Culture policy interpretation and advice on employment legislation to the wider business.
  • Deliver management reports providing insights to support operational management.
  • Facilitate manager forums, training events, and other meetings to a diverse audience.
  • Assist People Leaders in designing and delivering return-to-work plans for returning employees.
  • Manage tasks through the CRM portal (ServiceNow) and work within agreed SLAs.
Qualifications
  • Relevant tertiary qualification.
  • Ability to manage complex employee relations/industrial relations cases through People and Culture processes and employment legislation.
  • Strong knowledge and ability to interpret legislation including the Fair Work Act 2009, National Employment Standards, Modern Awards, and Enterprise Agreements.
  • Ability to work within an agile and fast-paced environment.
  • Proactive, self-starting with time management skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to articulate technical issues.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage and influence stakeholders.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, and experience with HRIS systems like Workday.

You always hold yourself accountable, never give up, and strive for the best outcomes. You value collaboration to find optimal solutions.

During the recruitment process, various checks may be conducted to verify your eligibility for a position at TAL, including Criminal History, Bankruptcy, Entitlement to Work, Regulatory, and Reference Checks.

Additional Information

At TAL, diversity is valued and an inclusive culture is fostered for all members. Applicants from various backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, individuals with caring responsibilities, people living with disabilities, and those from CALD and LGBTQI+ communities are encouraged to apply. Even if you do not meet all criteria above, we still welcome your application today or feel free to contact us.

For a seamless experience, accommodations can be made at any recruitment stage with a simple notification to our Recruitment team.

TAL is distinguished by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency as an Employer of Choice. Proud members of Diversity Council Australia and the Australian Network on Disability. Look into our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan for details on our reconciliation journey.

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the Land where our Head Office resides, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, honoring their deep connections to the land, sea, and culture.
We extend this acknowledgment to the many Traditional Lands where we operate and pay respect to Elders past, present, and emerging.

Everyone at TAL is expected to act responsibly and be accountable for their actions. Adherence to our Code of Conduct principles is crucial for daily work. Risk management is a shared responsibility.

If you are a current TAL employee, kindly apply through the SmartRecruiters button in Workday and access the Employee Portal for accurate application recording.



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