Er Specialist

Michael Page; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is partnering with a large education provider in Sydney to recruit an ER Specialist. You will provide expert employment relations and industrial relations advice across a broad range of matters, partner with leaders and unions, and help deliver legally compliant people solutions.

You will review policies, support enterprise bargaining, monitor legislative developments, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within a values-driven, collaborative environment that

Qualifications

• Experience managing employee relations matters.
• Sound knowledge of workplace policies, procedures and employee relations processes.
• Ability to provide clear, practical advice to managers on sensitive workplace matters.
• Experience preparing accurate employee relations documentation and correspondence.
• Strong case management skills, with the ability to organise matters and follow them through.
• Ability to handle confidential information with care and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert employment relations and industrial relations advice across a broad range of matters.
• Partner with leaders and stakeholders to deliver practical, legally compliant people solutions.
• Build collaborative relationships with unions and employee representatives to support positive industrial outcomes and minimise disputes.
• Review, develop and implement People & Culture policies, procedures and programs.
• Support enterprise agreement negotiations, bargaining activities and associated documentation.
• Assist in monitoring legislative and industrial relations developments and support organisational change initiatives.
• Contribute to People & Culture projects and continuous improvement initiatives aligned with business objectives.

Skills

Employee relations

Policy interpretation

Case management

Discretion

Job description

About Our Client

Join a large, values-driven education provider dedicated to supporting students, families and communities through high-quality learning and people-focused services. The organisation operates across a network of schools and education settings, providing meaningful opportunities to contribute to employee relations, workplace culture and organisational excellence.

With a strong commitment to collaboration, inclusion, professional growth and continuous improvement, the organisation offers a supportive environment where employees can make a genuine impact while helping shape positive outcomes for staff and the broader community.

Employees enjoy a modern and flexible workplace, opportunities for ongoing professional development, and the chance to contribute to initiatives that positively influence thousands of students, educators and support staff across a diverse and growing educational network.

Job Description

• Provide expert employment relations and industrial relations advice across a broad range of matters, including:
  • Employee relations issues
  • Workplace complaints and investigations
  • Discrimination, harassment and bullying matters
  • Leave entitlements and legislative requirements
  • Policy interpretation and compliance
• Partner with leaders and stakeholders to deliver practical, legally compliant people solutions.
• Build collaborative relationships with unions and employee representatives to support positive industrial outcomes and minimise disputes.
• Review, develop and implement People & Culture policies, procedures and programs.
• Support enterprise agreement negotiations, bargaining activities and associated documentation.
• Assist in monitoring legislative and industrial relations developments and support organisational change initiatives.
• Contribute to People & Culture projects and continuous improvement initiatives aligned with business objectives.

The Successful Applicant

A successful 'ER Specialist' should have:

• Experience managing employee relations matters, including performance, conduct and grievance issues.
• Sound knowledge of workplace policies, procedures and employee relations processes.
• Ability to provide clear, practical advice to managers on sensitive workplace matters.
• Experience preparing accurate employee relations documentation and correspondence.
• Strong case management skills, with the ability to organise matters and follow them through.
• Ability to handle confidential information with care and discretion.

Essential Requirements:

• A current Working With Children Check (WWCC) or the ability to obtain one prior to commencement.
• Full Australian working rights.