Industrial Relations Consultant

• Opportunity for an Industrial Relations Consultant to build and expand your career at NAB!
• Showcase your knowledge and experience in Industrial Relations.
• 12 month fixed term opportunity located in Melbourne

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 Consultant Industrial Relations 12 month fixed term opportunityyou will be part of the People & Culture team thats doubling down on customer obsession.

Each day youll go above and beyond to:

• Provide advice and ensure compliance with our Industrial Relations framework (including NABs Enterprise Agreement) and NABs legislative obligations to support the delivery of NABs Strategic Ambition through fostering trust and respect with our colleagues customers and community.
• Ensure NABs Industrial Relations frameworks policies and practices are compliant and aligned to the needs of our colleagues.
• Conduct regular benchmarking analysis of the framework to ensure it is cost effective and competitive and make recommendations for enhancements as required.
• Support colleagues in building their understanding and application of Industrial Relations frameworks and assess effectiveness.
• Support the management of obligations and controls within NABs risk management processes; and provide advice and support the development of Industrial Relations guidelines and policies.
• Provide support as required to the Senior Manager Industrial Relations and the Senior Consultants Industrial Relations.
• Proactively monitor regulatory industry trends and best practices.

Were looking for the best and brightest to deliver the best for our customers. Youll need:

• Demonstrated experience working in a similar Industrial Relations Consultant role and/or Human Resources role with a working knowledge of the Industrial Relations system and legislation.
• Proven experience and understanding of Enterprise Agreements and their application in a complex business.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the pay system environment (Human Resources Information Systems payroll systems award interpretation and time & attendance systems) and relevant legislative requirements.
• Experience in providing advice and guidance in relation to Industrial Relations matters to support the development of leaders and colleagues knowledge of IR strategy policies and practices.
• Ability to manage the expectations of key stakeholders by providing regular updates on relevant risks outcomes decision and objectives.
• Ability to participate in Industrial Relations negotiation process by applying knowledge of legislation industrial awards and agreements.
• Sound influencing and negotiation skills coupled with superior written and verbal communication skills.

A diverse and inclusive workplace works better for everyone

We know that our people make us who we are. Thats why we have built a culture of equity and respect where everyone feels valued and appreciated for being their authentic 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.

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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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