Job Title: In-House Counsel / Workplace Relations Manager
We are seeking a seasoned industrial relations professional to join our collaborative and mission-driven team as the In-House Counsel / Workplace Relations Manager.
About the Role:
* Provide timely and practical workplace relations advice to members, ensuring compliance with industrial instruments and legislation.
* Monitor regulatory updates and ensure accurate, up-to-date advice is delivered to members.
* Develop and lead streamlined processes for service improvement in workplace relations projects.
* Represent members in Fair Work Commission proceedings and navigate union negotiations with diplomacy.
* Foster collaborative relationships with internal teams, external stakeholders, and unions to enhance workplace relations outcomes.
* Lead and mentor the workplace relations team to deliver exceptional support services.
About Us:
The Education and Care Workplace Relations Support Service provides essential workplace relations guidance to not-for-profit and small providers of education and care services across Australia.
About You:
* Tertiary qualifications in Law, Industrial Relations, or a related field.
* Demonstrated experience in industrial relations, including award interpretation, union negotiations, and Fair Work Commission proceedings.
* Strong project management experience in workplace relations contexts.
* Excellent knowledge of the Fair Work Act and IR regulations.
* Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to simplify complex legal information.
* Exceptional stakeholder management and negotiation capabilities.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on practical, compliance-driven solutions.
* A high level of integrity, professionalism, and ethical judgment.
Why Join Us?
Contribute to a collaborative, purpose-driven service supporting the education and care sector.
Work in a dynamic, flexible family-friendly environment with hybrid work options.
Lead impactful projects and develop innovative workplace relations solutions.
Make a tangible difference for community-based education providers across Australia.