Principal Employee Relations Advisor

Brisbane Contract

Donna Bliss serves as a Senior Client Partner at OnTalent, bringing over 25 years of extensive experience in recruitment. After achieving Chartered Accountant status with KPMG, Donna dedicated over two decades to Hays, a global leader in recruitment, where she held various roles in recruitment and executive leadership both locally and internationally. In recent years, Donna has transitioned to boutique recruitment, specialising in executive leadership and corporate services, with a notable focus on HR leadership roles. Her expertise spans the Not-for-Profit, Government, and commercial sectors, having successfully recruited at the C-suite level for numerous Disability providers, Primary Health Networks, Indigenous Health Services, and state and local government agencies. Donna's impressive track record is supported by a broad network of past candidates and clients who attest to her exceptional service, thoroughness, and dedication. Donna's professional strengths lie in her honest and collaborative approach. She believes recruitment does not need to be overly complex and attributes her success to a deep curiosity in understanding the underlying motivations of her clients and candidates, combined with a genuine commitment to delivering a superior recruitment experience.

Recruiter :
Donna Bliss

Donna Bliss
  • A07 Principal Employee Relations Advisor
  • West End Location
  • Industrial Relations and Employee Relations
Join this State Government body to drive industrial and employee relations function, providing expert advice and support across the organisation.  Reporting to the Director, Employee Relations, this diverse position will see the successful incumbent support organisational culture and people experience objectives, provide specialised advice to help resolve complex employee relations issues and assist in consultation processes through organisational change. You will collaborate with senior leaders, HR teams, and union representatives to develop and implement strategies, policies, and processes that ensure compliance and foster positive workplace outcomes.
 
Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide expert guidance on relevant legislation (e.g., Industrial Relations Act 2016, Public Sector Act 2022), awards, agreements, and policies.
  • Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with unions, acting as a trusted advisor on employee relations and industrial matters.
  • Lead or support negotiations, investigations, and dispute resolution processes, including appearing as an Industrial Advocate before tribunals.
  • Prepare high-level advice, briefs, and discussion papers for senior stakeholders, outlining strategy, risks, options, and consequences.
  • Coach and educate leaders and HR teams to build capability in employee relations.
  • Oversee complex case management activities and ensure timely resolution of grievances and complaints.
Candidate Attributes:
  • Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply legislation, industrial awards, and agreements in consultation and negotiation processes.
  • Proven experience in developing and enhancing industrial and employee relations policies and drafting employee-based policies, procedures and guidelines.
  • Strong communication, negotiation, and influencing skills, with capacity to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders, including unions and skilled in advocating in industrial tribunals.
  • Experience in effective case management and resolving workplace issues.
  • Government experience and a clear understanding of the Queensland Public Sector Framework is highly desirable.
Our client intends to conduct panel interviews in late January for an early February commencement.

Ready to Apply?

OnTalent are shortlisting for this process now. Please apply as soon as possible by submitting your resume and a two-page capability statement, addressing key attributes listed in this advertisement.

For a confidential discussion, contact Donna Bliss, Client Partner at OnTalent, on 07 3305 5818 or Jessica Dixon-Banfield at 07 3305 5838. We look forward to connecting with you!

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