• Showcase your exceptional experience in senior leadership and Industrial Relations
• We grow great leaders who inspire and energise their team
• 18 month fixed term contract opportunity

Our people are customer obsessed. They prioritise the needs and satisfaction of the customer above all else. Our mindset fosters innovation and creates strong, lasting customer relationships as we strive to be the most customer centric company in Australia and New Zealand. 

As the Senior Manager Industrial Relations, 18 month fixed term contract opportunity, you will be part of the People & Culture team, that’s doubling down on customer obsession.

Each day, you’ll go above and beyond to: 

• Lead a team of senior consultants in the IR Strategy team to execute a full range of industrial relations services to the organisation.
• Manage and provide advice in relation to NAB's IR framework, including industrial instruments, policies and guidelines
• Managing parts of NAB’s Enterprise Agreement strategy development, negotiations, implementation and compliance
• Manage the team’s support to our businesses through major organisational change, including the implementation of our Global Workforce Strategy.
• Preparing for and represent NAB within various industrial commissions and tribunals, briefing legal representation where necessary
• Develop and actively promote and manage a positive relationship with the Finance Sector Union (FSU) as the recognised representative of our colleagues
• Advise and lead the business and senior managers through the resolution of disputes, including providing advice and recommendations to senior leaders on risks and commercial resolutions to matters

We’re looking for the best and brightest to deliver the best for our customers. You’ll need:

• Demonstrated experience as a seasoned HR professional with proven experience working in a similar senior leadership role in Industrial/Employee Relations, including specialist expertise in employment law.
• Outstanding negotiation and advocacy skills as well as significant leadership, coaching and advice experience will be essential.
• Experience in negotiating Enterprise Agreements
• Proven experience with determining Enterprise Agreement and legislative requirements for complex payroll systems.
• Demonstrated experience with engaging Unions and great working knowledge of our Industrial Relations system, Acts and laws.
• Commercial thinking and an understanding of HR strategic levers and how they drive business outcomes is preferred.
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills coupled with superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to think broadly and innovatively to ensure a compliant response that enhances our EVP in a rapidly changing environment.
• Exceptional communication with the ability to engage, build relationships and influence stakeholders at senior levels.
• Ability to navigate a large global complex organisation and build relationships with senior stakeholders.

A diverse and inclusive workplace works better for everyone 

We know that our people make us who we are. That's why we have built a culture of equity and respect – where everyone feels valued and appreciated for being their authentic selves. In partnership with our multiple Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) we continue to foster an inclusive environment, where all NAB colleagues’ unique backgrounds and identities are understood, respected and celebrated.  We are committed to providing an environment where you can work your way.

For details on the recruitment process, and accessibility, please visit https://www.nab.com.au/about-us/careers/apply-for-job.  To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact the NAB Careers team, via nab.careers@nab.com.au (please reference job number) or visit our Careers page through the link above for other contact options.

Join NAB

If you think this role is the right fit for you, we would love to hear from you. Please note candidate screening and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date of the job advert. Unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.  

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