Senior ER Consultant

Macquarie Park, NSW
Permanent
Full-time

28 days ago
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Are you an expert in managing complex employee relations (ER) matters with a strong focus on litigation?
Senior ER Consultant | Enterprise environment
2IC opportunity
Hybrid working

Our client, a leading Australian brand, is looking for a Senior Employee Relations Consultant to join their dynamic and high-performing team. This role is ideal for someone with deep expertise in ER, particularly in managing litigation and providing strategic guidance in a fast-paced, large-scale environment.As a 2IC to the Associate Director, you will take on a pivotal role in managing complex employee relations matters end-to-end and act as the escalation point for the Senior Advisory team.Key Responsibilities:

End-to-end management of complex ER matters, including Unfair Dismissals, General Protections claims, Stop Bullying and Stop Sexual Harassment orders, and more.
Take a hands-on approach in managing workplace grievances and investigations, including bullying, harassment, discrimination, and victimisation claims.
Oversee disciplinary processes from informal discussions to formal actions, including terminations.
Provide coaching and guidance to leaders on managing performance concerns and sensitive employee matters.
Act as a key point of escalation for Advisers and Senior Advisers, supporting them with complex cases and providing advice.
Support the Associate Director on strategic ER work, including the creation and facilitation of leadership training, policy review, and improving case management processes.
Engage with stakeholders across different business units to drive consistent and effective ER practices.

Key Requirements:

Tertiary qualifications in HR, ER, legal, or related fields.
6+ years of experience in providing ER advice, with a strong emphasis on litigation. Volume is key.
At least 3 years of experience managing conciliation's and disputes in the Fair Work Commission (FWC) or similar employment tribunals.
Proven ability to manage workplace investigations, grievances, and disciplinary matters effectively and impartially.
Demonstrated experience in stakeholder management, collaborating with leadership teams at all levels of the business.
A background in creating and delivering training programs on ER topics.

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a role where your expertise in ER litigation will be valued and put to strategic use. You'll work with a highly skilled team and play a critical part in shaping the company's ER strategy, with the opportunity to grow your career within a market-leading organisation.

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