Magnetic People is an award-winning Human Resources Management Consultancy based in Perth, with clients across Australia and overseas. We specialise in assisting small to medium-sized organisations and large organisational HR teams with all people-related matters from people and culture strategy, employee and industrial relations, organisational capability and development, HR secondments and more.
High Performing Team
Diverse HR, ER and IR Project Exposure
We deliver customised solutions for day-to-day businesses, strategic advice as well as project packages of work to maximise the productivity of our clients and optimise the effectiveness and engagement of their people.
Our team are highly passionate specialists who enjoy variety and supporting a diverse portfolio of clients across mining, rail, construction, engineering, marine, oil and gas, government and not-for-profit sectors. With a focus on delivery, we thrive on seeing our clients succeed and their employees perform at their best.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are looking for an experienced Employee Relations and Industrial Relations Specialist possessing a good understanding of employment law. This role reports to the People and Capability Manager and supports our highly valued clients in all aspects of human resources, employee and industrial workplace relations.
The role operates in a "remotely, together" model, working primarily from home while also attending client offices and in-person meetings as required. The position offers flexibility in hours and days, and is suitable for someone comfortable with remote work. We actively promote a healthy work-life balance and are open to discussing part-time arrangements.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Advising and supporting clients in managing industrial relations matters, such as EA negotiations, drafting and lodgements, BOOT assessments, third-party negotiations and EA interpretations.
Interpretation and advice on modern awards, legislation, employment contracts and policies.
Advising and supporting clients in managing complex employee relations matters, such as grievance management, policy breaches and termination proceedings.
Supporting the team in day-to-day people, culture and organisational capability activities and other major projects.
Drafting employee correspondence for clients.
Providing clients advice and support in dealing with under-performance and facilitating performance improvement plans.
Drafting employment contracts and policies and procedures using well-established templates.
Facilitating bespoke culture and engagement reviews.
Providing advice to clients on remuneration frameworks.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Extensive HR experience with proven capability in employee and industrial relations.
Bachelor of Commerce, Employment Law, Human Resources or equivalent (highly desirable).
Proven experience interpreting the Fair Work Act, Modern Awards, EA's company policy and employment contracts.
Strong understanding of the industrial relations framework and the newly revised Better Pay, Secure Jobs legislation.
Excellent relationship management, communication and negotiation skills.
Ability to operate independently in flexible work environments, including remote and client offices.
Demonstrated initiative, self-motivation and proactive engagement with the team and clients.
Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
Excellent organisation and time-management skills.
Approachable, honest, values-driven, trustworthy and a team player.
Desirable to be able to travel to client sites on occasion.
Our team is authentic, ingenious, and magnetic, built on trust and integrity, powered by continuous improvement and creative problem-solving.
Join our team and apply now
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