Senior Workplace Relations Specialist
Job No.: 678819
Location: Mulgrave
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: Continuing appointment
Remuneration: HEW 9 $135,417 - $143,738 per annum plus 17% superannuation
- Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
- Join our inclusive, collaborative community
- Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them
The Opportunity
We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Workplace Relations Specialist to join the Academic Performance & Policy team within Workplace Relations.
In this role, you will provide expert guidance and informed counsel on workplace relations initiatives, strategic projects and cyclical policy reviews that support organisational excellence, compliance, and a positive employee experience.
Working closely with senior academic and professional leaders, you will shape policy, advise on performance frameworks, and contribute to large-scale change initiatives and manage associated web content. Your work will directly influence the University's strategic priorities, ensure alignment with legislative and industrial frameworks, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Lead and manage strategic workplace relations projects and policy reviews that enhance practices and support Monash’s values
- Lead and influence cross-functional strategic initiatives to ensure legislative and Enterprise Agreement compliance, while supporting Monash’s strategic objectives.
- Provide authoritative advice across all levels of the University on employment law, enterprise agreements, and industrial relations relative to employment policies.
- Collaborate with executive leadership on performance frameworks, change management, and communications.
- Deliver high-quality documentation, briefings, web content and strategic reports tailored to diverse stakeholder groups.
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Postgraduate qualifications or extensive relevant experience in workplace relations, employment law, or human resources.
- Expert knowledge of employment and industrial relations legislation including the Fair Work Act and enterprise agreements.
- A proven track record of leading strategic initiatives and policy development in complex organisations.
- Outstanding relationship-building and consulting skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate at all levels.
- Exceptional communication and analytical abilities, with a passion for creating sustainable and innovative solutions.
What we offer you
- Enjoy flexible hybrid working arrangements
- Access convenient on-campus amenities including parking, cafes, bank, health services, post office, gym, swimming pool, and childcare facilities
- Generous personal, parental and cultural leave
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including health insurance
About Monash University
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.
We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
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Be part of our story. Work with us to #ChangeIt.
Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.
To Apply
Please submit your CV along with a detailed cover letter addressing your suitability for the position. For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'.
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Enquiries: Simone de Groot, Manager, HR - Academic Performance & Policy, simone.degroot@monash.edu
Position Description:Senior Workplace Relations Specialist
Applications Close: Tuesday 20th May 2025, 11:55pm AEST
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