Employee Relations Consultant

Company Description

Welcome to This Australian Life.

From the millions of Australians we protect, to those that make it happen every day at TAL, people really are what we’re all about. We want to grow with you. Achieve with you. And support you to do your best work. That's why we're focused on developing leadership, promoting diversity, rewarding excellence and retaining great talent.

We're always looking for people who want to go further with us. People who do what’s right, aim high, and work smart. Why not see where we can go?

**Job Description**:
This is a newly created role for an Employee Relations Consultant to join our Partnering and People Experience team. You will be responsible for providing workplace relations support and expert advice to TAL employees on a range of matters including performance, conduct and work and non-work related ill/injuries.

This is a **12-month contract**, working flexibly from our Sydney 2000 office.

In this role you will:

- Provide interpretation, advice, and guidance to People Leaders on employment-related matters using technical and professional skills/knowledge regarding policies, standards & procedures
- Manage cases of employee misconduct or poor performance, including developing appropriate action plans, providing support to managers and employees, and monitoring progress
- Consult with our Employee Relations Manager and the Employment Law team to interpret awards, agreements, and legislation to provide practical solutions on Employee Relations issues
- Develop policies, procedures, templates, and checklists on employee relations matters including performance management, misconduct, disputes and terminations
- Identify the need to add/review policies ad-hoc in response to emerging legislations and trends
- Maintain accurate records and other relevant material, as well as prepare carefully drafted documentation and correspondence
- Coach and collaborate with our broader People & Culture team to deliver client solutions

**Qualifications**:

- Minimum 5 years’ experience working in an Industrial Relations role, coupled with relevant tertiary qualifications
- Understand key employment legislation, including the Fair Work Act, the NES and industrial instruments (EAs, BFI Award)
- Demonstrated employee relations case management experience including performance management, conduct, grievance and return to work cases
- Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Able to manage external stakeholders including unions, utilising strong diplomacy skills to enable productive relationships

You’re always accountable for your actions. You never give up. You strive to find the best outcomes for customers and partners. And you value working together to find the best solutions for problems.

Additional Information

Work is a big part of this Australian life, and we work hard to make it one of the best parts. We don’t just say it; we do it. We offer a workplace that’s inclusive and flexible, supporting our people with options that let them make the most of their careers.

We know the value of having different people from all walks of life, with varied points of view and attributes regardless of their age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, intersex status or any disabilities they might be living with. We strive for a diverse and inclusive workplace where a sense of belonging encourages people to bring their full selves to work.

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Everyone at TAL has a responsibility to do the right thing and is accountable for the way they conduct themselves. Our expectations are that you follow the principles set out in our Code of Conduct when you come to work every day. Risk management is everyone’s responsibility.