Senior Employee Relations Specialist

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• Open to candidates with relevant working rights
  
  
  • $136,958 - $143,228
  • Ongoing, Full-time, Joondalup Campus
  • Open to candidates with relevant working rights
    
    
  SENIOR EMPLOYEE RELATIONS SPECIALIST
  
  PEOPLE AND CULTURE
  
  JOONDALUP CAMPUS
  
  $136,958 - $143,228
  
  FULL-TIME, ONGOING
  
  Edith Cowan University
  
  Are you ready to belong to a dynamic community where courage, creativity, and optimism are essential elements of our DNA? At ECU we're inspired by the incredible achievements of Edith Cowan, the first woman elected to an Australian parliament and a lifelong champion of education. Empowered by her legacy, we're united in our vision to lead the sector in educational experience and expand our impact through world-class research.
  
  Embrace an opportunity to become part of something extraordinary.
  
  Benefits Of Working At ECU
  
  At ECU we're committed to fostering a positive employment experience and believe this is fundamental to the success and satisfaction of our employees. Growth and development matter here, because we recognise people are at the centre of everything we do. Our thriving work culture is guided by the ECU values and complemented by a range of employee benefits; visit our website to read about flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, our commitment to Wellbeing, exclusive corporate discounts and industry-leading superannuation.
  
  About People And Culture
  
  People and Culture is the service centre dedicated to empowering the talent and potential of our people. We champion the experience of every employee and work to maintain our thriving work culture and excellent reputation in the higher education sector.
  
  About The Opportunity
  
  You will join the People Partnering and Employee Relations team within the wider P&C function. The Senior Employee Relations Specialist plays an integral role within the team, responsible for providing independent and comprehensive strategic advice on complex employee relations issues, such as case management and the interpretation and correct application of industrial instruments and legislation to ensure compliance.
  
  Accountabilities Of The Role
  • To provide a high level of specialist advice, case management, and guidance to internal stakeholders on a wide range of complex workplace relations issues, including organisational changes, the management of misconduct and substandard performance, grievances, and conflict resolution.
  • Manages complex cases, including unfair dismissals, general protections claims, and formal disputes, providing support with appearances before the Fair Work Commission and other tribunals, as necessary.
  • Provides independent advice to internal stakeholders on the interpretation and correct application of industrial instruments, policies, and related legislation.
  • Develops policies and procedures in accordance with University priorities, including education programs and information tools to ensure compliance with legislative obligations and the continual improvement of internal employment practices and standards.
    
    
  About You
  
  You will hold a Postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline and extensive relevant experience or equivalent level of expertise gained from a combination of experience, training or professional accreditation.
  
  You Will Have
  • Extensive knowledge of the Australian industrial relations legislative framework.
  • Demonstrated extensive experience in managing complex cases and investigations, including unfair dismissals, general protections and dispute resolution processes.
  • Demonstrated extensive experience in managing and providing advice on complex and high-risk industrial and employee relations issues to mitigate risks.
  • Experience in the implementation of legislative reform.
  • Proven influencing skills
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Excellent writing and presentation skills
    
    
  Contact
  
  Please contact Emma Sewell, Manager, People Partnering and Employee Relations on 0447 107 755 or e.sewell@ecu.edu.au for more information.
  
  Application Process
  
  Please upload an up-to-date resume summarising your experience and achievements.
  
  Advert Closure
  
  Applications close on Monday 11th August at 11:30pm AWST.
  
  ECU reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date, and encourage applicants to submit their applications early.
  
  PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION.
  
  ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace with specific strategies and initiatives in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. We strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community.
  
  We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age and faith. For more information on our commitment to equity and diversity, please visit our Inclusive Workplace website.
  
  At ECU, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively encourage people with disability to apply to ECU. To discuss how we can support adjustment requirements, please contact the person listed above.Seniority level
  • Seniority levelMid-Senior level
  Employment type
  • Employment typeFull-time
  Job function
  • Job functionHuman Resources
  • IndustriesHigher Education

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