Industrial & Employee Relations (Human Resources & Recruitment) Full time Salary depends on skillset and relevant experience Senior ER management professional working in a group shared services model Hybrid role with flexible working options Auckland CBD location Our people services team within group shared services is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head of Employment Relations to lead the development and implementation of our Employment Relations (ER) strategy.
You will provide the group with consistently high-quality employment law and industrial relations advice.
This critical role supports the business objectives of the group (Auckland Council and its Council-Controlled Organisations), aligning with our overall HR strategic plan.
Key responsibilities: Lead the development and implementation of ER strategies and plans that support the business objectives of group shared services (Auckland Council's and CCO's business).
Provide the group with consistently high-quality employment law and industrial relations advice, ensuring compliance with New Zealand employment legislation.
Manage and mentor a team of ER professionals, fostering a culture of high performance.
Collaborate with senior management to drive change and enhance employee relations across the organisation.
Manage complex ER cases, ensuring effective and timely resolutions.
Oversee budget management related to the ER function, ensuring financial performance targets are met You are a seasoned ER professional with a deep knowledge of ER best practices and New Zealand employment legislation.
You are driven to achieve outcomes, with a proven ability to delegate and empower effectively.
You are expected to have top-notch planning and prioritising skills, and a history of leading the development and implementation of ER strategies in dynamic environments.
What You Will Need to Succeed: Tertiary qualification in human resources or a related discipline is essential.
Minimum of 5 years' experience in ER management or employment law.
Proven experience in managing complex ER cases.
Demonstrated ability to coach and develop effective relationships with business managers.
Proven budget management experience and familiarity with financial performance management and monitoring Experience in a group shared services model and agile ways of working desired, but not essential.
Communication, interpersonal, relationship-building, influencing, and negotiation skills.
Ability to build highly effective teams and motivate people to achieve results.
Personal resilience and positivity Strong analytical and report writing skills.
Strategic approach to problem-solving and planning In addition to the above an understanding and appreciation of the workings and functions of local government and Maori thought processes is desirable.
Group Shared Services currently supports five organisations within the Auckland Council Group: Auckland Council, Auckland Transport, Tataki Auckland Unlimited, Eke Panuku and Watercare.
Auckland Council Group is one of the largest local authorities in the South Pacific, providing essential services and facilities to more than 1.5 million people.
We are progressive socially, culturally and environmentally while we work towards creating change having an impact on our journey to becoming a world-class city for our ratepayers and residents.
Applications close on Sunday 21 July 2024 at 11:59pm Salary range $197,183 - $266,777 (depending on skillset and experience).
Our employer KiwiSaver contribution is additional to base salary offered.
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