Employment Relations Manager

3 days ago


Wellington, Wellington, New Zealand Department Of Corrections Nz Full time

**Key Responsibilities**

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced pay equity leader to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading our pay equity and employment relations strategies, working closely with senior leaders and unions, and providing advice and recommendations to our Executive Leadership Team and Chief Executive.

You will oversee all aspects of our pay systems, including the annual remuneration review for applicable staff, implementing outcomes from collective bargaining in relation to pay, and work on pay equity and pay equity claims. You will also monitor trends, benchmark best practices, and offer thought leadership on contemporary remuneration strategies.

This is a high-impact role that requires both strategic oversight and 'hands-on' work to drive fair and sustainable pay outcomes. You will be a highly skilled and technically proficient remuneration and pay equity expert who thrives in a complex and evolving environment.



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