Executive Leader, Workplace Relations & Change

Commonwealth Bank of Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Bank of Australia is seeking an Executive Manager Workplace Relations in Sydney. You will lead a team of Workplace Relations specialists and provide expert guidance on complex employee matters, balancing legal compliance with business outcomes.

As a senior partner to leaders, HR and Legal, you will drive strategic initiatives, transformational change, and risk mitigation while championing continuous improvement, digital enablement, and a focus on wellbeing across the function.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading specialist advisory teams in workplace relations.
• Significant experience managing complex employee relations cases.
• Strong knowledge of Australian employment law and workplace legislation.
• Ability to balance legal, compliance and reputational considerations.
• Proven stakeholder management and credibility with senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a small team of Workplace Relations specialists.
• Provide expert advice to leaders, HR, and employees on complex matters.
• Oversee workflow, capacity and performance; prioritise matters.
• Partner with senior leaders on organisational change and risk.
• Support governance through reporting and risk forum participation.
• Drive continuous improvement through tech, automation, and AI.
• Ensure team wellbeing and sustainable performance.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Australian employment law

Workplace relations

Coaching & development

Strategic advisory

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Employment Relations, Law or related discipline

Job description

Commonwealth Bank of Australia is seeking an Executive Manager Workplace Relations in Sydney. You will lead a team of Workplace Relations specialists and provide expert guidance on complex employee matters, balancing legal compliance with business outcomes.

As a senior partner to leaders, HR and Legal, you will drive strategic initiatives, transformational change, and risk mitigation while championing continuous improvement, digital enablement, and a focus on wellbeing across the function.