Senior Workplace Relations Advisor

• 12 month, fixed-term opportunity for experienced Senior Workplace Relations Advisors (full time and part time, onsite/hybrid remote working)
• Provide critical support to resolve operational and strategic workplace relations matters
• Base Salary $145,184 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The Workplace Relations (WR) team plays a critical role within our HR function, by providing high-quality workplace relations advice and support to leaders across the university. In line with the University’s strong commitment to the strategic plan and upcoming continuous improvement initiatives, we are increasing the resourcing of the team and are seeking Senior Workplace Relations Advisors (SWRA) to deploy their expertise interpreting complex industrial instruments.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• support key University projects in relation to compliance, industrial relations, dispute resolutions and enterprise agreement implementation
• adapt and translate workplace relations best practice to deliver quality support and advice to staff and management across the university
• liaise with colleagues in WR, HR and the Office of the General Council (OGC) to facilitate advice in relation to complex workplace relations matters
• enhance organisational effectiveness and practices and promote productive relationships with unions
• ensure that decisions are made by the appropriate delegate in compliance with the enterprise agreement and all applicable policies and procedures
• actively promote the strategic objectives of the University and Human Resources Workforce Strategy.

About you

In order to succeed in these roles, you will have a background in Generalist HR with an IR focus, Industrial Relations, advocacy or Legal/compliance management.  Following experience is key:
 

• extensive experience working as a Senior Workplace Relations/Industrial Advisor (or similar) with a large, complex and unionised organisation (tertiary sector is highly desirable)
• superior capability in the timely and effective management of complex workplace relations cases
• project/case management skills and experience, including the ability to develop and communicate plans and strategies, and implement through to resolution
• an agile and flexible approach to work
• elevated relationships management skills when liaising with key internal and external stakeholders including HR staff, lawyers and unions regarding complex WR matters or associated proceedings in a court or Tribunal
• extensive experience in providing expert ER/IR advice, coaching and support to senior staff
• proficiency in accurately interpreting and applying knowledge of employment laws and regulations and industrial instruments in managing complex and sensitive matters
• superior influencing and negotiation skills and the ability to operate with tact, diplomacy and professionalism within diverse internal and external environments
• outstanding presentation and communication skills to meaningfully deliver complex messaging to varied audiences including senior leaders
• proven capability in developing and presenting educational material to facilitate and improve the effectiveness of workplace relations in a matrixed organisation.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Victoria Ford-Rogers , Recruitment Operations, by email to [email protected] 

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