People and Culture Manager, Employee Relations
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About The Team
The People and Culture Office is an integral part of the business strategy and decision-making process. We are a team of collaborative HR professionals committed to a values-led people-centred approach that places respect inclusion and wellbeing at the heart of what we do. We deliver strategic and operational programs and services that support both staff and organisational objectives.
As the leader of our integral Employee Relations division you will be committed to fostering a positive workplace culture offering expert ER and IR advice and support and ensuring compliance with employment laws and policies.
Your New Role People and Culture Manager Employee Relations
The People and Culture Manager Employee Relations plays a pivotal leadership role in shaping and delivering Murdoch Universitys Employee Relations (ER) and Industrial Relations (IR) strategy through a values-led people-centred lens.
Leading the Universitys ER function this role provides strategic governance and expert advice across complex workplace matters ensuring compliance with legislative and industrial obligations while supporting a respectful highperforming workplace culture.
As a trusted senior advisor to the Chief People Officer and University Executive you will balance risk mitigation with a valuesled solutionfocused approach aligned to Ngala Kwop Biddi Building a brighter future together. You will work in close partnership with PCO the Health Safety and Wellbeing Office and key stakeholders to deliver effective outcomes across enterprise bargaining dispute resolution and external representation.
The role also represents the University in key external forums and maintains constructive relationships with unions regulators and industry bodies.
Please refer to the Position Description for further details.
What We Offer You!
This Continuous Full Time (37.5 hours per week) position attracts a competitive remuneration package plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.
Youll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) awarded in 2025 reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA inclusion equity and creating a safe welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear confident leadership we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.
As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance our staff enjoy a vibrant natural campus with world-class facilities along with a variety of benefits including:
- Flexible work arrangements
- Salary packaging options such as purchasing leave gym membership car parking permit
- Employee Assistance Program
- On-campus services and facilities such as a Childcare Centre Gym Vet Hospital and Chiropractic Clinic
For further information check out our benefits and services page!
Join us!
Please apply online via the Apply Now button along with submitting the following documents to support your application -
- A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
- Your most recent resume (CV)
What youll bring to the role:
- A tertiary qualification in Human Resources Law Industrial Relations or a related discipline with seniorlevel ER/IR leadership experience in a complex organisation.
- Proven capability leading enterprise bargaining union negotiations and formal dispute resolution processes with a balanced people-centred mindset.
- Sound judgement and strong risk management skills across complex sensitive and highimpact matters coupled with empathy and fairness.
- Clear influential communication skills with experience advising Executives and preparing highquality briefs and submissions.
- A collaborative people leader with a track record of building highperforming teams and delivering outcomes through strong planning and organisation.
Please note the successful candidate will be required to undertake a criminal record check in accordance with the Universitys Employee Background Checks Procedure.
Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements duties skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.
Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.
Contact Us
For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Sharon Russell Chief People Officer and quote JR105158 as the reference.
Applications Close on 9 April 2026 (11:59pm AWST)
The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.
Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples women people with disability people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.
Murdoch University values workplace diversity promotes inclusion and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders women and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.
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About Company
Murdoch was the second university established in Perth, Western Australia and has achieved a five-star rating for overall satisfaction, inclusiveness and employability by the QS Stars Assessment 2024, placing it among some of the leading universities in the world.
