Strategic Workplace Relations Consultant

6 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia RMIT University Full time

RMIT University is seeking a highly skilled Senior Employee Relations Advisor to join our dynamic People and Culture team.

In this role, you will leverage your expertise in workplace relations to provide strategic advice and consultation across a range of complex employee relations matters.

About the Role
  • You will play a key part in fostering a positive work environment and supporting our people leaders in navigating industrial disputes, performance management, misconduct, organisational change, and more.

  • This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual who is passionate about shaping workplace culture and has experience in navigating complex industrial and employee relations issues within large organisations.

To be successful in this position, you'll have:

Key Responsibilities
  1. Competent knowledge of the Fair Work Act 2009 and the ability to become an expert in RMIT University's enterprise agreements and policies.

  2. Demonstrated experience in case management and managing industrial disputes through to resolution.

  3. Strong understanding of procedural fairness/natural justice principles.

  4. Proven experience providing advice on a broad range of employee relations matters, including performance management, misconduct, industrial disputes, change management, and terminations in large, complex organisations.

  5. Excellent communication skills, with strong interpersonal, negotiation, and influencing abilities.

  6. Proven experience negotiating with unions, clients, and senior stakeholders to achieve strategic outcomes.

  7. Ability to diagnose, recommend, and implement innovative solutions to workplace issues, including early interventions and alternative dispute resolution strategies.

  8. Solid knowledge of contemporary HR practices and strategies, including performance management and organisational change.

  9. Highly developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with employees and people leaders.



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