Senior Employment Relations Consultant

About the Role

Senior Employment Relations (ER) Consultant will provide high level support and advice to university management and People and Capability (P&C) staff relating to ER matters, actively contributing to the development and implementation of ER strategies, creating an environment that enhances employee engagement and supports the university's strategic direction for Vision 2033.

Key Focus Areas

• Build strong working relationships based on credibility and open communication to enable the provision of accurate and proactive advice to leaders, the P&C team and key stakeholders
• Develop, update and manage the implementation of ER frameworks, policies and enterprise bargaining activities to support the university's strategic direction and fulfill legislative, industrial and employer responsibilities
• Manage complex ER matters and, as appropriate, partner with respective P&C teams on case management and investigations, disciplinary action and representing the University in the Fair Work Commission in matters relating to unfair dismissal, general protections and bullying
• Develop and deliver ER presentations and information sessions to educate and inform leaders on best employment practices

About You

• An expert in employment relations who thrives in a purpose led and collaborative environment
• Highly developed interpersonal, relationship management and conflict resolution skills to liaise, consult and influence a wide range of stakeholders
• Extensive experience in providing strategic and tactical advice on industrial instruments and employment regulations to reach compliant and commercially viable solutions
• Demonstrated success in managing union relationships, disputes and enterprise bargaining activities; experience in representing your employer within various industrial commissions and tribunals and briefing legal representation
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and ability to work effectively in a fast paced industrial environment

Contact

General enquiries can be sent to Tamara Talmacs, National Manager, Employment Relations at: tamara.talmacs@acu.edu.au

What We Offer

• The University pursues an excellence agenda and offers an environment where staff are welcomed and safe, and valued through development, participation and involvement
• Total remuneration valued to $160,095 - $170,833 total rem (pro rata) pa, including salary component $135,360 - $144,538 (pro rata) pa (HEW 9), employer contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• 17% employer superannuation contributions to eligible continuing and fixed-term staff
• Annual leave loading of an equivalent to 17.5% of four weeks' salary pro rata payable, dependent on your commencement date
• As an ACU staff member, access to flexible work, study leave, a variety of leave provisions and salary packaging

How To Apply

Step 1: Review the Position Description and become familiar with our mission and the application process

Step 2: Click the View Position Description and Apply button, and populate your candidate application details, including:

• resume (maximum 5 pages)
• responses to the Selection Criteria and Core Competencies in a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) or in the online Declaration and Criteria application page
• brief online responses to any pre-screening employment questions

Previous applicants need not reapply

Applications close: 21-SEP-2025 at 11:59pm AUS Eastern Standard Time

Candidates must hold Australian work rights to apply for this position. For permanent/continuing roles, applicants must have permanent work rights. For further information visit Immigration and Citizenship (homeaffairs.gov.au).

Your privacy of personal information is maintained in accordance with ACU policy. For more details visit: www.acu.edu.au/careers

ACU is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture that values diversity and enables our people to reach their potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and lived experiences. ACU is recognised as a Veteran Employment Supporter and veterans are encouraged to apply. ACU offers support for candidates that may require adjustments through the recruitment process. Please contact recruitment@acu.edu.au to discuss your requirements in confidence.

About ACU

Australian Catholic University (ACU) is an inclusive community which welcomes students and staff of all beliefs. ACU has over 2,500 staff supporting more than 34,000 students across eight campuses. ACU aspires to be a home for our staff, offering care and opportunities for learning and contribution. ACU does not accept candidate applications submitted by external recruitment agencies through the ACU careers website.

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