Reporting To: Head of People and Culture
Role Purpose
The HR Officer supports the delivery of core people operations with a primary focus on end-to-end recruitment and employee onboarding. This role is ideal for a developing HR professional looking to build strong foundations across talent acquisition, compliance, and employee lifecycle administration while working closely with hiring managers and new starters.
Key Responsibilities
Recruitment & Selection (Primary Focus)
* Coordinate end-to-end recruitment processes across multiple roles and business units
* Draft and post job advertisements across job boards and internal channels
* Screen applications, shortlist candidates, and conduct initial phone screens
* Coordinate interviews, reference checks, and pre-employment checks
* Prepare offer documentation and employment contracts
* Maintain accurate recruitment records and candidate data in HR systems
* Support continuous improvement of recruitment processes and candidate experience
Onboarding & Employee Lifecycle
* Coordinate and deliver structured onboarding for new starters
* Prepare onboarding documentation, contracts, and induction schedules
* Ensure completion of right-to-work, compliance, and policy acknowledgements
* Liaise with payroll, IT, and managers to ensure smooth commencement
* Support probation tracking and review processes
* Assist with offboarding processes, including exit documentation
HR Administration & Support
* Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS and personnel files
* Support HR reporting, data entry, and compliance audits
* Respond to basic employee queries regarding policies and procedures
* Assist with updates to HR policies, templates, and forms
* Provide general administrative support to the HR function as required
Key Relationships
* Hiring Managers
* Employees and New Starters
* Payroll and Finance
* External recruitment providers and job boards
Skills & Capabilities
* Essential
* Tertiary qualification (or near completion) in Human Resources, Business, or related discipline
* Strong interest in recruitment and people operations
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
* Professional, confidential, and service-oriented approach
Desirable
* Previous experience in recruitment coordination, HR administration, or customer service
* Familiarity with HRIS and applicant tracking systems
* Understanding of basic employment legislation and HR compliance
* Behavioural Competencies
* Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
* Proactive and willing to learn
* Collaborative and team-oriented
* Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
Development Opportunities
* Exposure to broader HR functions including employee relations, performance management, and learning & development
* Ongoing coaching and mentoring from experienced HR leaders
* Clear pathway toward HR Advisor-level responsibilities over time