The Industrial Relations Society of New South Wales, in partnership with Work and Organisational Studies at the University of Sydney Business School, recently welcomed 40 industrial relations students to the fourth annual Careers in Industrial Relations Panel.

The event provided students with a valuable opportunity to explore career pathways in industrial relations, hear firsthand experiences from industry professionals, and connect with experienced practitioners.

This year’s panel featured Yolla Abousleiman (ETU), Dean Astley (Premier’s Department of NSW), Andrew Milwain (AirServices Australia) and Georgia Winlaw (Deloitte). Panellists shared insights from their diverse careers, highlighting the value of mentorship and the broad opportunities available within industrial relations. They also discussed how a career in IR can provide a unique understanding of how organisations operate, from the ground up.

Thank you to the panellists, event organisers (IRSNSW Students/Early Career Subcommittee), University of Sydney Business School, Work & Organisational Studies Society, and student MCs for their contributions to a successful event.