Job Category: People & Culture
About IHM Australia
Institute of Health & Management (IHM) Australia is a leading higher education provider delivering quality outcomes in health education. We foster a values-driven, inclusive workplace focused on excellence, compliance, and continuous improvement.
Job Description
The Role
We are seeking a Human Resource Manager to lead HR strategy, employee relations, and workforce development across IHM Australia. This role will partner with executive and senior leaders to deliver best-practice HR frameworks, ensure Fair Work compliance, and strengthen organisational culture in a regulated education environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead end-to-end HR operations
* Drive HR strategy, workforce planning, and organisational development
* Provide expert advice on Fair Work Act, NES, Awards, and industrial relations
* Coach and support leaders in performance management, underperformance, and capability development
* Manage employee relations, performance management, grievances, and investigations
* Lead talent acquisition, onboarding, and retention strategies
* Deliver learning & development, engagement, wellbeing, diversity & inclusion initiatives
* Ensure compliance with TEQSA, higher education standards, and internal policies
* Manage HR systems, reporting, and people analytics
* Partner with leaders on change management and capability uplift
Desired Skills and Experience
Qualifications
* Masters in Human Resources, Business, or related discipline
* 7–10+ years' HR leadership experience
* Strong expertise in Australian employment law & industrial relations
* Proven experience in higher education, healthcare, or regulated sectors
* Demonstrated success in employee relations, policy development, and compliance
* Excellent stakeholder management and leadership capability
Please note successful candidates are required to have the following checks:
* National Police Clearance (valid within the last 6 months) or willing to apply for one
* Professional Development and Further Education opportunities
All recruitment, selection and promotion decisions will be based on the best qualified and experienced candidate who can perform the genuine occupational requirements of this position. IHM provides equal opportunity in employment to all suitably abled people without discrimination or harassment based on a personal characteristic protected under the Equal Opportunity Act. Applicants from Aboriginaland Torres Strait Islander communityare encouraged to apply for the position.
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