Employment Relations Advice

Membership with Benefits - ARA advice, service and assistance

Employment Relations Advice

Come to the experts in retail employment relations for a range of free service and advice through your membership or access to specialised consultancy services at very discounted rates.

The ARA is the national leader in providing employment relations services to the retail sector with the Employment Relations team at the cutting edge of all industrial matters. The ARA team lobbies Government, participates in industry events and presents submissions to the Australian Industrial Relations Commission and the Productivity Commission regarding workplace matters.

The ARA also provides updates, training programs and IR circulars to inform and provide education to members.

As the leading provider of employment relations services for the retail sector the ARA is at the forefront of all employment relations matters.

The Employment Relations Team Can Also Assist Members With:

Auditing

Audit checks and recommendations on how to improve employee relations and compliance with employment law.

Agreement Making and Contract of Employment Matters

Assist in drafting contracts of employment and workplace agreements tailored to your business. We can also assist you in negotiations with unions and lodgement of agreements with the Workplace Authority.

Disputes Before the AIRC (Australian Industrial Relations Commission)

Representation, advice and assistance regarding disputes before the AIRC.

Equal Opportunity Matters

Representation, advice and assistance in equal opportunity matters before HREOC and state based tribunals.

Occupational Health and Safety

Provide advice and assistance with OHS matters including auditing of OHS systems and procedures and staff training.

Employment Policies and Training

Development of policies and employee training in equal opportunity, harassment, termination and induction.

Termination Advice

Provide detailed advice, direction and assistance on discipline and termination issues.

Underpayment of Wages Claims

Advice and representation for members in underpayment of wages claims.

Unfair Dismissal

Representation in unfair dismissal matters before the AIRC and preparation of settlement agreements.

Information Briefings

Conduct information briefings, presentations and seminars on current and emerging employment relations matters both in-house and on-site for members.

How to Join the ARA

The ARA Membership Team can assist you in a range of areas including quotes on membership and advice on which membership structure will best suit your business and how to get the most out of it. To find out more about becoming a member of the ARA call 1300 368 041 and speak to our membership team or email membership@retail.org.au