About the Role
Reporting to the Head of Workplace Relations, you will operate as a trusted partner to senior leaders, delivering both strategic and operational HR advice across your portfolio.
You will:
* Partner with leaders to understand business challenges and translate these into effective people strategies
* Lead and manage complex employee relations matters, including investigations and disciplinary processes
* Provide expert advice on industrial relations, legislation and risk management
* Support organisational change initiatives and build leadership capability
* Use data and insights to guide decision-making and improve performance outcomes
* Drive consistent application of People & Culture frameworks, policies and practices across Council
* Working closely with Workplace Relations, Planning, Environment & Lifestyle Division client group and broader People & Culture teams, you will ensure people matters are managed fairly, consistently and in line with legislative and organisational requirements.
Beyond case management, you will contribute to capability uplift, identify emerging workforce risks and trends, and support continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen performance, accountability and service delivery across Council.
About You
You are an experienced HR professional with strong expertise in employee relations and a proven ability to operate in complex, fast-paced environments.
You will bring:
* Demonstrated experience in HR/ER business partnering within a large or unionised organisation
* Strong capability in managing investigations and complex disciplinary matters
* Deep knowledge of industrial relations legislation, awards and agreements
* Proven ability to influence, coach and build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders
* Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate complex information into clear, practical advice
* Excellent communication skills and a high level of professionalism, discretion and judgement
* Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Business, Law or a related discipline are highly desirable.
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