Workplace Relations Adviser

1 week ago

Perth, Western Australia Chamber of Commerce and Industry of WA (CCIWA) Full time
Salary sacrificing options amongst a range of employee benefits

  • Drive positive change by influencing government decision making
  • Full time, part time or job share arrangement

About CCIWA

CCIWA is an independent, not-for-profit, Member-based organisation that has been committed to advancing trade and commerce in WA for more than 130 years.

Our vision is for WA to be the best place to live and do business.

To achieve this, we listen to the needs of all our stakeholders — businesses, families, consumers and the WA workforce - and respond with agenda-setting policy and advocacy work.

At CCIWA we choose to be the most contemporary reflection of the community we represent. We choose ideas. We choose action. And we choose great people who want purpose in their lives.

About the Opportunity

The Policy, Economics and Influence team has a track record of championing policy that will grow and diversify the WA economy.

You will work in a fast-paced and influential team of passionate professionals who drive positive change by influencing government decision-making.

As a policy professional, you will bring your knowledge and skills to advocate on behalf of the WA business community on industrial relations, work health and safety and other employment policy issues.


Your responsibilities include:

Develop and advocate for CCIWA's policy positions on industrial relations, work health and safety and other employment policy issues by:

  • Engaging with CCIWA members, including through managing CCIWA's Workplace Relations Forum
  • Preparing written and verbal submissions to the State and Commonwealth Government, tribunals, and relevant regulators.
  • Undertaking research and analysis, including monitoring developments in relevant legislation and case law.
  • Building and maintaining constructive relationships with key external stakeholders to influence policy development, including within government bodies and other industry associations.
  • Working collaboratively with the rest of the business unit when policy issues overlap.
  • Actively contributing to policy debate.
  • Communicate and collaborate with other units within CCIWA to support the organisation to meet its strategic priorities.
  • Contribute to business unit planning and improving internal processes and systems.

Represent CCIWA at:

  • The Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry's workplace relations and work health and safety forums.
  • The Commission for Occupational Safety and Health and related Legislative Advisory Committee.

About you

Success in this role will come from your passion for industrial relations, well-developed analytical and critical thinking skills and exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Above all, you will be a catalyst for change with a yearning to advocate on behalf of the WA business community.

To be considered for this role, you will possess:

  • Bachelor and/or Tertiary degree in industrial relations, human resources, economics, commerce, or law
  • Three to five years' practical experience in public policy
  • Ability to successfully negotiate and advocate on behalf of the business community.
  • A proactive approach and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
  • Outstanding problem solving and critical thinking skills, with demonstrated ability to identify legislative solutions to topical workplace relations issues.
  • Strong written skills and the ability to create original policy content.
  • The ability to build constructive relationships with business and government.
  • A collaborative work philosophy.
  • Intermediate skills in MS Office suite.
  • National Police Clearance
This position is available on a full-time permanent, part-time permanent and job-sharing basis, and is available for immediate commencement.

CCIWA Culture and Benefits

At CCIWA, we will work with you to develop your career; ensure you feel supported and have the skills and capabilities you need to succeed at CCIWA and in your whole career.

We have a range of benefits to support our employees which includes:

  • A variety of working and leave options, including a Flexible Working Policy, Paid Parental Leave and 3 day paid Rest and Relaxation leave between Christmas and New Year
  • Ongoing Learning and Development opportunities
  • Excellent building facilities, as well as Wellness Rooms for prayer and meditation in the office
  • Access to free and confidential counselling for employees and their immediate family through our Employee Assistance Program
  • Flu Vaccinations and health insurance discounts


 Salary Sacrificing
  • CCIWA is a rebatable employer
  • Active Social Club and Charity Initiative

How to apply

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