Employment relations adviser

Also known as

Human resources adviser, workplace relations adviser, employment relations adviser, employee relations adviser, labour relations adviser, union official, industrial relations adviser

AUT programmes

• Human Resource Management and Employment Relations - Bachelor of Business

Work environment

• Usually work regular business hours but may work extra hours
• Work in offices and may travel locally and nationally
• Need to be organised, solve problems and communicate well

Typical tasks

• Give advice about workplace issues and disputes
• Help solve problems between workers and bosses
• Negotiate and write work agreements
• Arrange and lead workplace meetings
• Check businesses follow employment laws
• Collect and review evidence for disputes
• Train workers on workplace rights and rules
• Advise managers on work laws and policies
• Assess risks that could affect workplaces
• Attend and speak at legal meetings

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