Employee Relations Advisor — Practical HR Guidance

BrightHR; Sydney; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Share Bonus

Birthday Leave

Enhanced Annual Leave

Reward & Recognition

Career pathways

Health & wellbeing perks

Bright Exchange

Education Assistance

Job summary

BrightHR in Sydney, Australia, is seeking an HR Advisor and Employee Relations Specialist to guide businesses through complex ER challenges. You’ll provide expert advice on performance management, investigations, grievances, and disputes, while interpreting the Fair Work Act and national standards to balance compliance with business outcomes.

Ideal candidates have experience in Employee/Industrial Relations or HR case management, strong knowledge of Australian employment law, and excellent

Qualifications

• Experience in Employee Relations, Industrial Relations, or HR case management.
• Strong understanding of Australian employment legislation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A client-first mindset with a proactive, solutions-focused approach.
• Relevant qualifications in HR or Law (desirable, not essential).

Responsibilities

• Provide practical, expert advice on employee relations matters including performance management, misconduct & investigations, grievances & disputes.
• Interpret and advise on the Fair Work Act, National Employment Standards and Enterprise Agreements.
• Deliver clear, commercially focused solutions, balancing compliance with business outcomes.
• Build trust with clients through clear and confident communication.

Skills

Employee relations

Industrial relations

HR case management

Australian employment law

Communication skills

Education

HR or Law qualifications

Job description

BrightHR in Sydney, Australia, is seeking an HR Advisor and Employee Relations Specialist to guide businesses through complex ER challenges. You’ll provide expert advice on performance management, investigations, grievances, and disputes, while interpreting the Fair Work Act and national standards to balance compliance with business outcomes.

Ideal candidates have experience in Employee/Industrial Relations or HR case management, strong knowledge of Australian employment law, and excellent