Senior Employee Relations Consultant

This is a Senior Employee Relations Consultant role with Macquarie University based in North Ryde, NSW, AU
== Macquarie University ==

Role Seniority - senior

More about the Senior Employee Relations Consultant role at Macquarie University

PRIMARY DETAIL

- From $142,838 to $150,860 gross per annum (HEW Level 9), plus 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading - Full-time, continuing role. Based at Wallumattagal campus, North Ryde. - High performing and supportive team. Hybrid working arrangement.

Work within a high performing team of specialists and partner with a diverse set of stakeholders to provide high quality advice and support in managing complex and sensitive employment matters. Hybrid working arrangement.

The Role

Employee Relations is a specialist team within HR responsible for providing support and advice on the implementation of the University's employment and industrial frameworks.

Reporting to the Head of Employee Relations, the Senior Employee Relations Consultant will work with a team of specialists and partner with a diverse range of stakeholders on the provision of advice and support in managing complex and sensitive employment matters.  Your day-to-day activities will include:

• Leading case management of complex and sensitive employment matters ensuring equity in the process and alignment with the Enterprise Agreement

• Providing change management advice including advising and assisting in the management of staff consultation and redundancy processes

• Co-ordinating and facilitating dispute resolution processes, liaising with Union representatives and, as required, representing the organisation as an advocate in tribunals

• Coaching managers and HR partners to address and resolve sensitive and/or complex employee relations matters 

• Researching, analysing and identifying options for addressing and resolving complex employee relations matters

• Researching and developing advice and options to inform the organisation's industrial strategy

About You

You are a qualified and experienced employee relations specialist with strong consulting, coaching and communication skills, and the ability to build strong and effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders.  You're a trusted advisor, a strategic thinker, and a calm presence in complex situations.  You will have excellent analytical skills with the ability to engage and influence colleagues, clients and stakeholders at all levels.  

You will have working knowledge of the Australian legal and industrial framework at both state and federal levels. You will demonstrate experience and ability in providing expert advice with respect to legislative, EA and policy requirements, managing complex and sensitive matters within a large and matrixed organisation.

You are highly organised and have a methodical approach to your work.

Your experience in a similar role within the higher education sector will be highly regarded but is not essential.

About Us

Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation in 1964, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we have grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. Connect with us today.

We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability. Take a look at the staff benefits on offer.

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please apply online and attach your resume and a separate cover letter that addresses how you meet the below selection criteria (maximum 2 pages):

• HR, IR or legal qualifications and/or related experienced.

• Experience working within the Australian legal and industrial framework and providing expert advice with respect to legislative, EA and policy requirements. Experience in handling complex and sensitive employment matters effectively including, for example, performance and conduct matters.

• Ability to provide coaching advice to managers and HR partners handling complex and sensitive employment matters.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare and provide recommendations, policies, reports, proposals and advice. 

• Ability to effectively negotiate and influence key internal and external stakeholders.

*This position requires a criminal record check.

Role-specific Enquiries: Leah Angrisano, Head, Employee Relations via leah.angrisano@mq.edu.au

General Enquiries: Kate Williams, Talent Acquisition Consultant, k.williams@mq.edu.au.

Applications Close:  Sunday 21st of September at 11:59pm (AEST)

If you're already part of the Macquarie Group (MQ University, U@MQ, MQ Health, MGSM), you'll need to apply through your employee Workday account. To apply for this job: Login to Workday and go to the Careers App > Find Jobs.

Applications Close:

21/09/2025 11:59 PM

​ A Place Where You Belong At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community. Find out more about our vision for a truly inclusive workplace in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework.

Flexible Work At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University. See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace. To learn more about our culture and hiring process, visit our Jobs at Macquarie page.

Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you'll be learning new things all the time and the Macquarie University team will be there to support your growth.

Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what's outlined

Key Responsibilities

• Leading case management
• Providing change management advice
• Coaching managers

Key Strengths

• Employee relations expertise
• Knowledge of Australian legal framework
• Analytical skills
• Experience in higher education sector
• Negotiation skills
• Change management

Why Macquarie University is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that's right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume.

A Final Note: This is a role with Macquarie University not with Hatch.

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