Employee Relations Manager | Fixed Term Contract | Circa $200K

Levyl.

Sydney

On-site

AUD 180,000 - 220,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Sydney is seeking an experienced Employee Relations Manager on a fixed-term contract. In this role, you will lead a team of ER Advisors and shape employee relations outcomes in a dynamic environment. Successful candidates will have strong expertise in HR and employee legislation, and demonstrable leadership skills. This opportunity may also lead to longer-term professional growth.

Qualifications

Experience in leading ER teams with strong commercial acumen.
Deep knowledge of State and Federal legislation.
Capable of advising on high-risk matters.

Responsibilities

Lead and oversee a team of ER Advisors.
Act as a trusted advisor on complex ER matters.
Oversee investigations and disciplinary processes.
Partner with Work Health & Safety on employee matters.
Contribute to ER process improvements.

Skills

Employee Relations

Leadership

Compliance

Stakeholder management

Education

Tertiary qualifications in HR, ER or Employment Law

Job description

Overview

Employee Relations Manager | Fixed Term Contract | Circa $200K

Levyl. Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

This opportunity has become available as the current incumbent is transitioning into a global secondment, providing a great opening for an experienced ER Manager to step into a high-profile role with a handover either side. Jump at this opportunity to join an international powerhouse in a contract role that could lead to longer term professional opportunities!

The Opportunity

As the ER Manager, you’ll lead and oversee a team of ER Advisors in a highly regarded and collaborative function. This is an opportunity to play a critical role in shaping employee relations outcomes in a complex global environment, with exposure to senior executives and business leaders across multiple functions. You’ll be joining a high-performing People & Culture team that is well-respected and commercially influential, supporting the business in delivering exceptional employee experiences that drive performance.

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

Leading, coaching and developing a team of ER Advisors, ensuring quality delivery and professional growth;
Acting as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders on complex ER matters, balancing risk, compliance and commercial outcomes;
Overseeing investigations, grievances and disciplinary processes, ensuring sensitivity, discretion and best practice;
Partnering with Work Health & Safety to address employee health and wellbeing matters; and
Contributing to ER process improvements and broader People & Culture initiatives that lift organisational maturity.

About You

You are an experienced ER leader with tertiary qualifications in HR, ER or Employment Law, combining deep knowledge of State and Federal legislation with proven experience advising senior stakeholders on high-risk matters. You will have demonstrated success in managing and developing ER teams, strong commercial acumen to balance business outcomes with employee wellbeing, and the resilience and empathy to deliver under pressure!

This is a great opportunity for an interim ER leader to be part of a successful business and group of P&C professionals, leading and developing a team and making a significant impact to individuals and the business.

The Process

The recruitment process will be two to three stages following a meeting with a Levyl consultant, prior to references, background checks and then offer. You will have the opportunity to meet with key stakeholders, ask questions and really understand the journey this organisation is on. For any confidential enquiries please contact Janick Dimataga on 0461 293 768 or janick@levyl.com.au

Levyl encourage diverse, equitable and inclusive recruitment solutions and commit to respond to every applicant. We make selection and shortlist decisions based on your skills, experience, personal attributes, and motivators. Should you be successful for interview, we will tender you an interview accommodation checklist, so that you can let us know how we can support you to perform at your best.

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