About the Company Our client is a growing and entrepreneurial boutique consulting firm specializing in workplace and employee relations. The firm is dedicated to a purpose-driven agenda, ensuring that clients receive top-notch services. The team comprises exceptional professionals with impressive pedigrees and track records, all committed to delivering excellence in every aspect of their work.

About the Role As a Workplace Relations Consultant, you will:

• Provide first point of contact advice on the interpretation of awards and legislation and the application of industrial instruments.
• Ensure compliance with labour laws and regulations.
• Develop enterprise agreements or collective contracts, workplace relations policies, and programs.
• Undertake research on current industrial issues to provide informed advice.
• Facilitate negotiations between employers and labour unions, preventing and resolving disputes.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with employers, employees, and labour unions.
• Provide advice on terms and conditions of employment contracts.
• Offer proactive advice to mitigate the risk of industrial disputes.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures related to workplace and industrial relations.
• Oversee performance management processes and conduct investigations into employee misconduct.
• Support the development of dispute resolution strategies and oversee workplace consultative committees.
• Prepare and present reports and recommendations to business managers.
• Assist senior management in advocacy and negotiations with unions and other external bodies.
• Support senior staff in providing Workplace Relations training for business owners, managers, and employers.

The Successful Candidate Our client is looking for a Workplace Relations Consultant who possesses:

• Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge in personnel and human resources, as well as government industrial regulations.
• Experience in interpreting and working with Enterprise Agreements and Modern Awards.
• A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, law, or a related field.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in industrial relations or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in preparing employer responses to Unfair Dismissal and other Fair Work Commission applications.
• Strong knowledge of labour laws and regulations.
• Effective negotiation skills to find common ground between management and labour unions.
• Excellent communication skills to convey complex information to different stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills to develop strategies and solutions for labour relations.
• Problem-solving skills to navigate complex labour relations issues.
• Conflict resolution skills to mediate and resolve conflicts.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Attention to detail to ensure compliance with labour laws and regulations.
• Relationship-building skills to maintain positive relationships with stakeholders.
• Empathy and emotional intelligence to foster a positive work environment.

What's on Offer This role offers career growth opportunities and access to amazing mentors. You will be engaged in interesting work within a dynamic and modern work environment. Our client values a sensible work-life balance and offers hybrid working options. The remuneration package is competitive and includes a base salary, superannuation, and income protection insurance. You will have opportunities for skill development, training, and a clear career path to roles such as Employee Relations Manager or Employment Lawyer (for those with a law degree). Additionally, you will have access to research platforms like Workplace Express and Lexis Nexis, exclusive invitations to major industry events and networking opportunities, a seat on the Workplace Relations advisory panel for a major Industry Association, and the chance to work with diverse businesses, making a real impact through strategic Workplace/Industrial Relations consulting.