Manager, Workplace Relations Consulting

About us

At South Australian Business Chamber, we believe in the fundamental role of business in creating a vibrant, dynamic and sustainable society. As the independent, representative voice of employers and business owners in South Australia, we exist to create the best possible environment for them to succeed through knowledge, advice, connection and advocacy.

With a proud history dating back to 1839, we are the oldest Chamber of Commerce in Australia, backing the job makers, risk takers, creators, innovators and entrepreneurs. The people chasing their dreams, following their passions and putting it all on the line.

About the role

Our Manager, Workplace Relations Consulting leads the delivery, performance, and growth of our Workplace Relations team, including the Workplace Relations Consulting and Business Advice Hotline (BAH) functions.

This role is responsible for overseeing team operations, budgeting, service quality, and performance reporting. The role is also primarily responsible for the delivery of a workplace relations and consulting services, providing advice and representation to Members and clients on a fee for service basis.

The role also ensures ongoing education and up-to-date knowledge of industrial relations legislation and case law changes.

About You

You're confident in managing teams, budgets, and performance targets, and you have a track record of delivering high-quality industrial relations advice and consultancy services to clients or members.

You're proactive in identifying opportunities for growth, comfortable presenting in professional settings, and confident working with internal and external stakeholders.

Other essential knowledge, skills, and experience required for this role include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Tertiary qualification/s in law or human resources management or the equivalent relevant experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of employment-related legislation, industrial instruments, and Modern Awards
• Significant experience in the delivery of consulting services on a fee-paying basis
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Strong knowledge and experience interpreting industrial instruments (enterprise agreements and awards), and HR policies and procedures, Employment Contracts, Disciplinary and Termination, Unfair Dismissals and General Protection Claims, Long term illness/absences, Workplace Investigations, Payroll Audits
• Demonstrated experience in representation in the Fair Work Commission and South Australian Employment Tribunal
• Demonstrated ability to provide practical advice and tailored solutions to team members and clients on a range of employment matters
• Experience leading a team.

Culture and benefits

A career with South Australian Business Chamber will offer you a rewarding experience. We want to ensure our employees feel valued, supported, and compensated. We do this by providing a range of employee benefits, including:

• Flexible work opportunities
• Birthday Leave Day
• Novated lease arrangements for purchasing motor vehicles offering potential savings
• Free confidential counselling services for all the family
• Discounted health insurance through Medibank
• Flu Injections for all employees

What's Next

For more information on the Manager, Workplace Relations Consulting role and for a copy of the Position Description please go to

If you have any questions, please email Tahlia Cummings (People, Culture & Programs Business Partner) at  Please submit your letter of application, outlining your experience and your CV, detailing your relevant experience in a similar position, via the apply button.

The South Australian Business Chamber will retain your recruitment application and associated records for a period of up to 6 months following the completion of the recruitment process. Should you wish us to destroy your information earlier please email your request to us at the email above