Job Description
At IAG,wereready for you.We'rethe largest general insurance group in Australia and New Zealand. Our family of brands turns the IAG purpose of making your world a safer place into action by helping everyday Aussies and New Zealanders, supporting theirambitionsand making insurance accessible.
In this role you will provide specialist, compliant -and trusted Employee Relations recommendations and advice to P, IAG leaders and their teams. The role ensures our people can perform at their best through ensuring a safe and inclusive place to work supported by fit-for-purpose policies and procedures that enable the future of work, embrace IAGs Purpose and promote the achievement of the IAG strategic priorities.
Your work will directly influence how we build a future-focused, people-first organisation and youll play a key role in creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.
We have 2 opportunities based in Gadigal Country (Sydney). A permanent full-time and a 12-month max term contract.
What You'll Do
Provideemployee relations advice to P, IAG leaders and their teams to agreed service levels andensuringalignmenttopolicies,proceduresand legislative requirements
Contribute to the proactive implementation of employee relations initiatives, including training to upskill leadersandaddress emerging employee relations themes
Work closely withER Lead andER Advisors on escalated and complex case management matters
Work closely with our internal employment law team to escalate asappropriateandobtain legal advice whererequired
Contribute to people components of business-led projects
Identifyrisk management opportunities through partnering with P and business leaders on employee relations matters
Respond to claims and represent IAG at the Fair Work Commission, Australian Human Rights Commission, and Courts.
Monitor external trends and the legislative, case law and regulatory environment to ensure a contemporary approach to employee relations and ongoing compliance.
Proactively engage with and influence key internal and external stakeholders includingunions
What You'll Bring
5-8+ years employee relations or employment law experience providingemployee relations advice, ideally in acommercial organisation of significant complexity and/or across multiplejurisdictions
Proven ability to translate complex and technical employee relations issues into pragmatic and plain language solutions
Proven ability to advise on the people components of business transactions and projects
Ability to work autonomously and proactively, as well as part of a high performing team
Strategic mindset able toanticipateemployee relations issues and take an active approach resolving them
Courage and ability to challenge and influencestakeholders
Demonstrated experience coaching andupskillingleadersand HR practitioners in employee relations issues
Proven ability to actively keep abreast of changes in external environment and translate into internal environment
Proven ability to work collaboratively across whole of function and broader group to reach common approach
Mediation and settlementexpertise.
What We Offer
Boosted superannuation with 13% as standard.
20 days annual leave + 5 daysMyLeave(extra leave forwhatsimportant to you).
Work from home and many more flexibility options withmyFlex.
Up to 50% off personal insurance, including home and motor insurance.
Partner discounts on private health insurance, tech& appliances, and many more.
Industry-leading 20 weeks paid parental leave.
Access to LinkedIn Learning, the award-winning IAG Academy, studyassistanceand secondment opportunities.
employmenttype eligibility criteria apply
Applications close: Friday 27 March 2026 11:59PM AEDT
Adjustments and Support
If you require any support or adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to [email protected] for a confidential conversation.
More About Us
As part of IAGyou'llenjoy a world of career opportunities, a purpose-led place focused on creating connection and belonging, and where you can create meaningful impact every day and grow your career beyond the expected.Thatsnot just words.Itsour people promise.We'reready for you with unexpected opportunities for your career, your work-lifeand your ability to make a difference. We celebrate all viewpoints shaped by life experiences andculture, andare guided by the knowledge and voice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, businesses, and communities. We collaborate on Indigenous-led solutions that enable growth and create meaningful change for our customers and employees.
In this role you will provide specialist, compliant -and trusted Employee Relations recommendations and advice to P, IAG leaders and their teams. The role ensures our people can perform at their best through ensuring a safe and inclusive place to work supported by fit-for-purpose policies and procedures that enable the future of work, embrace IAGs Purpose and promote the achievement of the IAG strategic priorities.
Your work will directly influence how we build a future-focused, people-first organisation and youll play a key role in creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.
We have 2 opportunities based in Gadigal Country (Sydney). A permanent full-time and a 12-month max term contract.
What You'll Do
Provideemployee relations advice to P, IAG leaders and their teams to agreed service levels andensuringalignmenttopolicies,proceduresand legislative requirements
Contribute to the proactive implementation of employee relations initiatives, including training to upskill leadersandaddress emerging employee relations themes
Work closely withER Lead andER Advisors on escalated and complex case management matters
Work closely with our internal employment law team to escalate asappropriateandobtain legal advice whererequired
Contribute to people components of business-led projects
Identifyrisk management opportunities through partnering with P and business leaders on employee relations matters
Respond to claims and represent IAG at the Fair Work Commission, Australian Human Rights Commission, and Courts.
Monitor external trends and the legislative, case law and regulatory environment to ensure a contemporary approach to employee relations and ongoing compliance.
Proactively engage with and influence key internal and external stakeholders includingunions
What You'll Bring
5-8+ years employee relations or employment law experience providingemployee relations advice, ideally in acommercial organisation of significant complexity and/or across multiplejurisdictions
Proven ability to translate complex and technical employee relations issues into pragmatic and plain language solutions
Proven ability to advise on the people components of business transactions and projects
Ability to work autonomously and proactively, as well as part of a high performing team
Strategic mindset able toanticipateemployee relations issues and take an active approach resolving them
Courage and ability to challenge and influencestakeholders
Demonstrated experience coaching andupskillingleadersand HR practitioners in employee relations issues
Proven ability to actively keep abreast of changes in external environment and translate into internal environment
Proven ability to work collaboratively across whole of function and broader group to reach common approach
Mediation and settlementexpertise.
What We Offer
Boosted superannuation with 13% as standard.
20 days annual leave + 5 daysMyLeave(extra leave forwhatsimportant to you).
Work from home and many more flexibility options withmyFlex.
Up to 50% off personal insurance, including home and motor insurance.
Partner discounts on private health insurance, tech& appliances, and many more.
Industry-leading 20 weeks paid parental leave.
Access to LinkedIn Learning, the award-winning IAG Academy, studyassistanceand secondment opportunities.
employmenttype eligibility criteria apply
Applications close: Friday 27 March 2026 11:59PM AEDT
Adjustments and Support
If you require any support or adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to [email protected] for a confidential conversation.
More About Us
As part of IAGyou'llenjoy a world of career opportunities, a purpose-led place focused on creating connection and belonging, and where you can create meaningful impact every day and grow your career beyond the expected.Thatsnot just words.Itsour people promise.We'reready for you with unexpected opportunities for your career, your work-lifeand your ability to make a difference. We celebrate all viewpoints shaped by life experiences andculture, andare guided by the knowledge and voice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, businesses, and communities. We collaborate on Indigenous-led solutions that enable growth and create meaningful change for our customers and employees.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Specialist, Employee Relations position is now open for candidates interested in the Insurance sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Insurance is a plus.
