Employment Relations Expert

5 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Xero Full time

About the Role at Xero

Xero is a leading cloud-based accounting platform that empowers small businesses to thrive. As a People Experience Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in supporting our business with all things people-related, enabling our employees to do their best work.

Your Impact

Working closely with a global team of PX Advisors and Business Partners, you will provide generalist PX/HR advice and guidance, ensuring world-class support is delivered to our employees, people leaders, and the wider PX team. This role incorporates a broad spectrum of advisory responsibility, with a key focus on Employment Relations.

Your Responsibilities

  • Provide meaningful and accurate PX advice and guidance across the full spectrum of PX, including legislative requirements, performance management, employee development, cyclical initiatives, and employment relations.
  • Contribute and support on an array of topics, such as change management, investigations, organisational design, and providing reporting, analysis, and insights.
  • Work in partnership with the Learning Experience team to help identify opportunities to upskill our Xeros and build on our People Leadership capabilities.
  • Identify and feedback opportunities for automation and self-service as we embark on a journey to empower our people leaders to take more ownership of the employee experience.

What You'll Bring

To succeed in this role, you will require:

Proven PX/HR Advisory experience, particularly Employment Relations experience in a fast-paced environment.Excellent communication skills, including consultation, facilitation, influencing, and negotiation skills.Able to exercise effective judgment, sensitivity, and creativity to changing needs and situations within the business.Current and practical working knowledge of all employment-related legislation and application of PX/HR best practice.Practical knowledge and experience in creating and facilitating effective people processes.Strong stakeholder management experience.An appropriate HR qualification or relevant experience.

Xero is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. If you don't think you're a perfect fit, you can still create a profile on Hatch and explore other roles that suit your profile.



  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Up Education Full time

    We're seeking an experienced ER Specialist to join our dynamic team at UP Education, reporting to the HR Director. This pivotal role involves providing expert advice on employment relations matters to Australian managers.Key Responsibilities:- Providing expert advice on employment relations matters, including disciplinary actions, performance management, and...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Up Education Full time

    About the Role:We are seeking an experienced Employment Relations Expert to join our dynamic team at UP Education. In this pivotal role, you will provide invaluable subject matter expertise and advice on a diverse range of employment relations matters to our Australian managers.Responsibilities:Providing expert advice on and managing various ER matters, such...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Up Education Full time

    About the Role:We are seeking an experienced ER Specialist to join our dynamic team, reporting to the HR Director.In this pivotal role, you'll be the go-to expert for our Australian managers, providing invaluable subject matter expertise and advice on a diverse range of employment relations matters.Your responsibilities will include:Providing expert advice...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Up Education Full time

    About UsAt UP Education, we're on a mission to elevate and empower people to unlock their potential. Our agility and responsiveness to the changing world have led us to launch a proprietary online learning platform, meeting the growing needs of borderless education.We believe learning should be defined by the exceptional, and we're committed to the...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Up Education Full time

    We are seeking an experienced ER Specialist to join our dynamic team at Up Education, reporting to the HR Director. This pivotal role involves providing expert advice on various employment relations matters, collaborating with the HR Business Partner and HR Director on complex cases, and ensuring compliance with Group policies and Australian employment...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Empire Group Full time

    We are seeking an experienced Employment Relations Expert to join our team in Melbourne. This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled Industrial Relations Lawyer to work with a well-established law firm and contribute to the growth of our Workplace Relations practice.About the Role: As an Employment Relations Expert, you will be responsible for advising...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia deliberatepractice Full time

    Deliberatepractice is a leading HR consulting firm dedicated to helping organisations achieve their goals through effective employment relations. We are seeking an exceptional Workplace Relations Advisor to join our client's team and provide expert advice, guidance, and support to stakeholders across the organisation.About the RoleThis newly created role...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Up Education Full time

    Role OverviewAt Up Education, we are on a mission to elevate and empower people to unlock their potential. As an Employer Relations Specialist, you will be the go-to expert for our Australian managers, providing invaluable subject matter expertise and advice on a diverse range of employment relations matters.Key ResponsibilitiesProviding expert advice on and...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Up Education Full time

    About the Role:We are seeking an experienced ER Specialist to join our dynamic team, reporting to the HR Director. In this pivotal role, you'll be the go-to expert for our Australian managers, providing invaluable subject matter expertise and advice on a diverse range of employment relations matters.Your responsibilities will include:Providing expert advice...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Up Education Full time

    About the Role:We are seeking an experienced ER Specialist to join our dynamic team, reporting to the HR Director. In this pivotal role, you'll be the go-to expert for our Australian managers, providing invaluable subject matter expertise and advice on a diverse range of employment relations matters.Your responsibilities will include:Providing expert advice...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Up Education Full time

    About UsAt UP Education, we're committed to empowering individuals to unlock their potential. Our agility and responsiveness to the changing world have led us to develop a proprietary online learning platform, meeting the growing needs of borderless education.We believe in fostering exceptional learning experiences and have an ongoing commitment to staff...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Churches of Christ Full time

    Employment and Industrial Relations LawyerWe are seeking a highly skilled Employment and Industrial Relations Lawyer to join our Legal and Governance team at Churches of Christ. This role provides expert legal advice on employment law and industrial relations matters, supporting our organisation's compliance with relevant legislation.Key...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia deliberatepractice Full time

    Workplace Relations Advisor Role SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Workplace Relations Advisor to join our client's team and provide expert advice, guidance, and support to stakeholders across the organisation.Key Responsibilities:Provide practical expert advice and guidance to stakeholders on workplace relations and employment relations issuesAssist in...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia deliberatepractice Full time

    Workplace Relations Advisor RoleWe are seeking an experienced Workplace Relations Advisor to join our client's team and provide expert advice, guidance, and support to stakeholders across the organisation.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide practical expert advice and guidance to stakeholders on workplace relations and employment relations issuesAssist in the...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia deliberatepractice Full time

    Workplace Relations Advisor RoleWe are seeking an experienced Workplace Relations Advisor to join our client's team and provide expert advice, guidance, and support to stakeholders across the organisation.Key Responsibilities:Provide practical expert advice and guidance to stakeholders on workplace relations and employment relations issuesAssist in the...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Empire Group Full time

    Job OverviewEmpire Group seeks an experienced Workplace Relations Lawyer to join their team in a key growth role.Key Responsibilities:Advise clients on employment and industrial relations matters, including litigated disputes in the Fair Work Commission and State and Federal Courts.Provide Work Health and Safety advice, assess employment-related legal risks,...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Churches of Christ Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Employment and Industrial Relations Lawyer to join our Legal and Governance team at Churches of Christ.This role provides expert legal advice on employment law and industrial relations matters, supporting our organisation's compliance with relevant legislation.You will work collaboratively with internal and...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia deliberatepractice Full time

    Job SummaryDeliberatepractice is seeking an exceptional Workplace Relations Advisor to join our client's team. This newly created role presents an exciting opportunity to build upon your solid knowledge of the Fair Work Act and employment law, working closely under the guidance of a highly experienced HR leader.Key ResponsibilitiesPractical Advice and...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Davidson Full time

    Job Summary: Davidson is seeking an experienced Industrial Relations Expert to join our team.About the Role:As an Industrial Relations Expert, you will provide high-quality workplace relations advice and guidance across all levels of the organisation.You will manage and respond to employee and industrial relations matters, including disputes and...


  • Melbourne, Victoria, Australia SMAART Recruitment Full time

    Employment and Industrial Relations AdvisorSMAART Recruitment is partnering with a leading association in Victoria's building and construction industry to find an exceptional Employment and Industrial Relations Advisor. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute to empowering people to build a better future in their industry.The...