Job Description

The Role

Join David Jones as a full-time ER Advisor in our People Workplace Relations & Advisory team, working hybrid in our CBD offices. You'll provide expert guidance on employment relations matters while supporting our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

What You'll Do

• Provide practical advice on employment law, workplace policies, and industrial relations matters
• Support managers and employees through workplace investigations and conflict resolution
• Partner with leaders across the business to navigate complex people challenges
• Develop and deliver training programs on workplace relations topics
• Contribute to policy development and review processes
• Assist with enterprise agreement interpretation and compliance

What We're Looking For

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Law, Human Resources, or Industrial Relations
• Proven experience in employment relations, workplace investigations, or similar advisory role
• Strong understanding of employment legislation and industrial relations frameworks
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into practical solutions
• Experience conducting workplace investigations and managing sensitive situations
• Collaborative approach with strong stakeholder management abilities

Why David Jones

As one of Australia's most recognised retailers, we offer more than just a job - we provide opportunities to grow your career in a supportive environment. You'll work alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about creating positive workplace outcomes.

We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our team and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, ages, abilities, and identities. Our inclusive culture means you can bring your authentic self to work every day.

• Unique opportunity to be part of a highly engaged, successful team, focused on the transformation of an iconic Australian brand
• A competitive remuneration package including performance-based incentives
• Hybrid working arrangements in office and from home that provide appropriate work/life balance
• Parental leave policy of 18-weeks paid leave for the primary carer, and 3-weeks paid leave for the supporting partner
• Generous employee discounts across David Jones and access to partner benefits
• An additional day of leave for your birthday along with time to support charitable work
• Opportunities to support community partnerships across our Corporate Social Responsibility program
• Be a member of a company committed to sustainable practices, driving change in the retail landscape
• Ongoing training and development to pursue individual ambitions

About Us

Since 1838, David Jones’ limitless quest for innovation and progress established the brand as Australia’s original influencer in fashion and lifestyle. Having revolutionised the way Australians shop, David Jones’ creation of a social centre inspired and created lasting memories for past, present and future generations. Today, our vision to inspire Like No Other drives us to continue this legacy in our ambitious purpose to be the destination that inspires, with experiences and services Like No Other

Our Thriving cultural pillars inspire our people to deliver on our vision and purpose. We are Customer Obsessed; curious to understand and dedicated to delighting them with seamless solutions as one team. We care for our people, customers, partners and community by creating Inclusive environments through belonging and respect. We Empower with implied trust to act with integrity, value our unique skills and be accountable for our decisions. We constantly seek Innovative ways of improving, changing and exploring ways that we can inspire.

David Jones is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.