National Manager, Employment Relations

2 weeks ago


Brisbane, Australia The Next Step Full time

Reporting to CPO, lead and shape the ER function
- Vibrant, collaborative team in purpose-lead organisation
- Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane location

Ranking amongst the top universities worldwide, ACU prides itself on offering a welcoming environment for all, integrating social justice considerations into their core activities of student learning and teaching, research and service. With several campuses across Australia and more than 200 partner universities globally, they continue to grow and rapidly develop their offering as leaders in their field.

An opportunity has arisen to join the People & Capability team to lead and elevate the Employment Relations function. Reporting to the CPO, this position will lead and coach a team of 5 specialists in the development, co-ordination and implementation of the University’s employment and workplace relations strategies, frameworks and agreements. In this broad role, your responsibilities will include:

- Advising, supporting and leading the employment relations team through complex case management in line with the University’s Enterprise Agreement.
- Representing the University in employment and workplace jurisdictions such as commission hearings, external stakeholder engagements and union negotiations.
- Reviewing and maintaining employment and workplace relations policies in line with legislative changes and best practice.
- Researching and developing proposals for enterprise bargaining and higher education policies that align with the strategic plan and relevant legislative requirements.
- Providing regular case management reports, identifying hotspots to effectively manage and mitigate risks.
- Preparing and delivering presentations and information sessions to senior leaders to increase capability of people leaders.
- Leading and building a high functioning, proactive and service orientated ER team.

**About Applying**

For a confidential discussion, please contact Julie Amato at the Sydney office on 02 8256 2572 or click the link below.



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