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Workplace Relations Specialist

Commonwealth Bank of Australia · Sydney CBD, Sydney

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Fit summary

Strong fit if you prefer structured ER advisory in a large, regulated Australian employer rather than pure generalist HR. Expect policy-heavy, confidential work in Sydney CBD with cross-functional partners—not remote.

Day in the role

As a Workplace Relations Specialist at CommBank in Sydney CBD, a typical day centres on employment relations inside a large regulated bank: advising people leaders on policy and enterprise agreements, supporting fair and consistent case handling, coordinating with HR, Legal and business units, and documenting outcomes that meet Australian workplace law and bank standards.

Skills to emphasize

Useful foundations: Australian employment law basics, enterprise bargaining awareness, investigation and conflict-resolution practice, clear written advice, and comfort working with policy, unions/representatives where relevant, and confidential case systems. No certification catalogue was supplied for this listing.

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Is this role remote?

No. The listing is for Sydney CBD with remote flagged as off-site not available.

What does CommBank do?

It is a major Australian multinational bank spanning retail through institutional banking and related wealth and insurance services.

Where can I read a company overview?

See the Wikipedia summary for Commonwealth Bank.

Company facts (cached)

Website: commbank.com.au

The Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA), also known as Commonwealth Bank or simply CommBank, is an Australian multinational bank with businesses across New Zealand, Asia, the United States and the United Kingdom. It provides a variety of financial services, including retail, business and institutional banking, funds management, superannuation, insurance, investment and broking services. The Commonwealth Bank is the largest Australian listed company on the Australian Securities Exchange as of July 2024, with brands including Bankwest, Colonial First State Investments, ASB B…

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Role overview (listing rewrite)

Workplace Relations Specialist at Commonwealth Bank of Australia in Sydney CBD, Sydney About the Role The Workplace Relations team is a crucial part of CommBank's Group People Services within Human Resources. This role involves providing operational workplace relations and human resources advice on matters such as performance management, misconduct, workplace grievance review, personal illness, discrimination/harassment, or dispute resolution. Your Responsibilities Provide expert advice on a wide range of workplace issues including but not limited to performance management, misconduct, and workplace grievances. Support the resolution of disputes through effective communication and negotiation skills. Ensure compliance with relevant laws and policies related to employment relations. Contribute to a positive workplace culture by promoting fairness and inclusivity. Skills & Qualifications A degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations or a related field is preferred. Strong understanding of Australian employment laws and regulations. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to handle sensitive issues effectively. Proven experience in workplace relations or human resources roles. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and stakeholders. More About Commonwealth Bank of Australia Commonwealth Bank of Australia, commonly known as CommBank, is one of the leading banks in Australia. The bank places a strong emphasis on its people, offering a supportive and inclusive workplace environment. As part of their team, you will have opportunities to contribute to the bank's mission of creating better outcomes for customers. Applying for This Role To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there. Please ensure all required information is included in your submission.

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