$136,958 to $143,228 pa (HEW 9)
Two-year fixed term, Full-time, Joondalup Campus
PEOPLE AND CULTURE
JOONDALUP CAMPUS
$136,958 to $143,228 pa PLUS 17% SUPERANNUATION
2-YEAR FIXED TERM, FULL-TIME
Edith Cowan University
Are you ready to belong to a dynamic community where courage, creativity, and optimism are essential elements of our DNA? At ECU we’re inspired by the incredible achievements of Edith Cowan, the first woman elected to an Australian parliament and a lifelong champion of education. Empowered by her legacy, we’re united in our vision to lead the sector in educational experience and expand our impact through world-class research.
Embrace an opportunity to become part of something extraordinary.
People and Culture
People and Culture is the service centre dedicated to empowering the talent and potential of our people. We champion the experience of every employee and work to maintain our thriving work culture and excellent reputation in the higher education sector.
About the Opportunity
This role contributes to the design and validation of compliant payroll processes and systems. You’ll use your expertise in payroll systems, processes, awards and agreements to advise on solutions, ensure legislative compliance, and support the delivery of reliable, sustainable payroll outcomes.
You’ll bring robust technical expertise, an eye for process improvement, and the ability to navigate complex pay legislation.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design and validation of payroll solutions, ensuring system and process changes are technically sound and deliver accurate, timely and compliant pay outcomes.
Develop and document future-state payroll policies, procedures, and controls that enhance compliance and efficiency within the program's new framework.
Drive the strategic improvement and automation of payroll processes in partnership with the People Systems and Technology teams, ensuring program solutions are efficient and scalable.
Provide technical oversight and support during the configuration, testing, and implementation phases of the program to ensure solutions are built as designed.
About you
You’ll bring proven experience driving compliant pay practice and system improvements, supported by strong audit capability, senior stakeholder partnerships, and a track record of delivering scalable change.
Demonstrated experience leading pay compliance initiatives, with a strong focus on employee experience and system automation (experience with Ascender Pay is preferred but not essential).
A comprehensive understanding of payroll management, wage compliance, legislative requirements and industry best practice.
Deep knowledge of payroll systems, including configuration, controls, data integrity and the technical drivers of accurate pay outcomes.
Benefits of working at ECU
At ECU we’re committed to fostering a positive employment experience and believe this is fundamental to the success and satisfaction of our employees. Growth and development matter here, because we recognise people are at the centre of everything we do. Our thriving work culture is guided by the ECU values and complemented by a range of employee benefits; visit our website to read about flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, our commitment to Wellbeing, exclusive corporate discounts and industry-leading superannuation.
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Application Process
Please upload an up-to-date resume summarising your experience and achievements.
Advert Closure
Applications close 4th December 2025 at 11:30pm AWST.
**PLEASE NOTE**: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION.
We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age and faith. For more information on our commitment to equity and diversity, please visit our Inclusive Workplace website.