This list contains only the countries for which job offers have been published in the selected language (e.g., in the French version, only job offers written in French are displayed, and in the English version, only those in English).
Help us deliver like never before Australia Post is delivering like never before. From the vehicles that we drive, to the small businesses that make our communities thrive. We’re delivering for the environment, for our communities, for our customers and for our people. We’re moving forward and we want you to come along for the ride. As one of Australia’s largest employers, how we manage employee relations genuinely matters. About the opportunity A rare and highly sought-after opportunity has opened within our Employee Relations & Case Management team for a Senior Employee Relations Partner with a passion for and experience in employment law within a commercial environment. This role sits within People & Culture, partnering closely with senior leaders, HR colleagues and Legal to manage complex, high‑risk and sensitive employee relations matters. While legal expertise is critical, this is an ER partnering role – focused on sound judgement, influence and practical outcomes at scale. In this role, you’ll join a welcoming, collaborative, and high-performing team, working across a broad and dynamic range of matters that truly impact our workforce and business. NOTE: This role has been advertised in Melbourne VIC, however we welcome applicants from interstate such as QLD and NSW.
Job Responsibility:
Fair Work Commission and other tribunal matters, including advocacy at conciliation conferences
Providing complex advice to the business on a range of employment related issues
Union engagement and dispute resolution within a highly unionised environment
Supporting and occasionally undertaking investigations into alleged bullying, harassment and other misconduct
Support initiatives designed to upskill our leaders to effectively manage bullying and harassment
Contribute to cross-functional projects that influence business-wide outcomes
Partner with HR and leadership to navigate complex employee matters
Requirements:
A degree in Law and substantial experience in employment law (private practice experience highly regarded)
Demonstrated experience applying legal knowledge in practical ER decision‑making
Deep knowledge of the Australian ER framework, including the Fair Work Act, equal opportunity and discrimination laws, and employment contracts
Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
A genuine interest in coaching and developing others
Excellent communication and influencing skills, including with senior leaders and union representatives
What we offer:
The opportunity to work at enterprise scale, where your decisions have real impact
A role focused on judgement, influence and capability uplift, not just case throughput
Exposure to some of the most complex ER matters in the Australian employment landscape
A supportive, values‑led culture that lives Trust, Inclusivity, Empowerment and Safety (TIES)
Ongoing learning through the AP Way, building understanding of how ER supports our strategy and purpose