People and Culture Advisor, Employee Relations Advisor

About The Team

The People and Culture Office is an integral part of the business strategy and decision-making process focusing their efforts on strategic and operational programs and services that supports staff and organisational strategic objectives.

We develop partnerships based on trust and integrity to foster excellence, engagement and fairness, as we work to strengthen the University's ability to recruit and retain high quality staff and develop a culture that encourages and supports academics and professional staff to reach their full potential.

Your New Role  

The People and Culture Advisor, Employee Relations provides guidance and support in navigating a variety of employee relations matters. This role is instrumental in fostering positive workplace relationships, promoting adherence to University policies and procedures, and ensuring compliance with relevant employment laws and regulations. The People and Culture Advisor, Employee Relations conducts investigations, facilitates conflict resolution, and delivers training programs to promote a culture of fairness, respect, and accountability
within the University.

Your Key responsibilities will include –

• Provide high-quality, accurate advice and guidance on internal Employee Relations (ER)
  matters to stakeholders across the university.
• Assist with ER projects and provide expert advice across PCO and
  WHS projects as required.
• Undertake research and assist with the development of briefing papers for internal
  use by management and for external organisations on all ER matters.
• Support the development and review of policies, procedures, and frameworks for the
  People and Culture Office.
• Foster positive relationships relevant unions on campus as well as internal and
  external committees and other external bodies, maintaining a constructive
  relationship to facilitate collaboration, open communication and negotiation as
  required.
• Provide assistance to the ER team with Enterprise bargaining
  negotiations with Unions and other external organisations

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You

This Fixed Term (12 Months) | Full-time opportunity attracts a remuneration of $89,369 – $107,690 plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.   

You'll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Periodic salary increases between 1 July 2025 to 1 July 2026 totalling an 6% increase
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
• Indigenous Language Allowance
• Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page

Join us

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
• Your most recent resume (CV)

What you'll bring to the role:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Law, or related field
• At least 2-3 years of progressive experience in ER, with a strong understanding of HR principles and practices
• An understanding of the principles of interpretation and application of legislation, industrial instruments and policy
• Knowledge of contemporary HR practice and procedures, particularly in the field of ER

Please note, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a criminal record check in accordance with the University's Criminal Record Screening Procedure and Employee Background Checks Procedure.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to People and Culture Manager, Employee Relations, Mitch Patterson, and quote JR104231 as the reference.

Applications Close on 27th August :59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.