- Create meaningful change for young people with a leading and innovative national not-for-profit.
- Enjoy the flexibility of a full-time, hybrid role based in Melbourne.
- Lead and navigate complex employee relations matters with impact.
What is headspace National
headspace is the leading youth mental health organisation in Australia. Recognised nationally, headspace helps thousands of young people, and their family and friends, access vital support through our headspace services in over 154 communities across Australia. To learn more about headspace and the services we offer, visit headspace.org.au.
About the role
Join headspace as our Manager Employee Relations. As a member of the People and Culture leadership team, you'll lead the charge in delivering high-quality employee relations services and drive initiatives and practices that support headspace to evolve its positive workplace culture.
As a subject matter expert, the Manager Employee Relations will provide expertise and support across a variety of employee relations and industrial relations matters. This role offers an opportunity to drive pragmatic and effective outcomes, build organisational capability, manage risk, and contribute to the development of a positive workplace culture aligned with the vision and purpose of headspace.
Who we're looking for
headspace is looking for a highly skilled professional with a solid background in employee and industrial relations. You thrive in managing complex cases, offering practical solutions, and building strong, collaborative partnerships. With exceptional communication skills and sound judgement, you excel at translating technical information into clear, accessible language for diverse audiences.
You will have:
- Tertiary qualifications in industrial relations, human resources, or a related field.
- Extensive experience in workplace relations advice and complex case management.
- Strong knowledge of employment legislation and enterprise agreement interpretation.
- Experience representing organisations in tribunals.
- Demonstrated ability to design and implement contemporary policies and processes.
- Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and written communication skills.
- Capacity to work under pressure while managing multiple priorities.
What's on offer
- A workplace where people are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work
- Excellent salary packaging up to the maximum amount ($15,900) - For more information on salary packaging, please refer to: https://www.smartsalary.com.au/.
- Salary range of $140k - $148k base salary + super + salary packaging, dependant on years of experience and qualifications
- An additional paid leave (up to 7 days) during the annual shut down period
- Hybrid work environment where you can work from home and in the Melbourne CBD office
- Professional development opportunities
- First-rate CBD location with great on-site facilities
- A focus on wellbeing
- A commitment to diversity
How to Apply
- Click on Apply Now to view the position description, and to complete your application
- Your application must include a resume and cover letter telling us why you are the best candidate for the role considering the Key Responsibilities found in the position description
- For more information contact Nicole Harvey, Executive Director - People and Culture at [email protected] using the subject line: Manager Employee Relations enquiry via EthicalJobs.
To be eligible for this position you must
- Have the right to live and work in Australia
- Have a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) or equivalent, and/or pass all of the WWCC(s) required for this role (please note that for some roles, headspace requires WWCCs for other State/Territories in addition to your Home State)
- Pass a headspace Police Check
headspace is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, celebrated, and can contribute meaningfully. We encourage applications from people with lived experience of diversity to enhance the depth of skill and insight within our workforce. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply for this role and all current vacancies.
headspace is committed to being a child safe and child friendly organisation that recognises, respects, and promotes the rights of children, young and vulnerable people.
headspace will provide reasonable personalisation for all candidates to participate equitably in the recruitment process. Please advise us should you require assistance.
