About the Organisation:
It is the government entity responsible for overseeing a nation's external engagements, supporting citizens internationally, and coordinating global partnerships and responses.
About The Role:
The Department is looking for an
EL1 HR Specialist - Remuneration Benefits
Analyst with advanced technical and analytical expertise in HR, accounting, and Excel (including PowerQuery). This high-impact role will lead global remuneration reviews, drive data analysis, and provide strategic advice while engaging with senior stakeholders.
Level/Classification:
EL1
Contract Type:
Labour Hire
Contract Duration:
12 Months + Possibility of 2x 12 Months extension
Location:
Canberra, ACT
Requirements:
* Must HAVE an NV1 Clearance
* Selection Criteria Response
* Ability and willingness to undergo a police check
Key Responsibilities
Remuneration Review & Analysis
* Conduct annual salary and benefits reviews across 100+ overseas missions
* Apply actuarial and market data to recommend salary adjustments
* Ensure strategic alignment and defensibility of remuneration decisions
* Address challenges in volatile environments (e.g. hyperinflation, instability)
Model Maintenance & Enhancement
* Maintain and improve a complex Excel-based remuneration model
* Perform annual rollovers, update PowerQuery links, validate formulas
* Implement usability and performance enhancements
* Ensure scalability and centralized data processing
Data Management & Documentation
* Ensure accuracy and completeness of all data inputs
* Document assumptions and methodologies for audit and approval
* Maintain data-sharing arrangements with peer organizations
* Coordinate market data surveys with external suppliers
Market Data Procurement
* Lead procurement of high-quality remuneration data
* Liaise with suppliers and integrate data into analysis models
Stakeholder Engagement
* Collaborate with senior officers and overseas mission leaders
* Provide strategic advice tailored to local contexts
* Support decision-making in complex geopolitical environments
Survey Coordination
* Manage annual data survey process across global missions
* Track and validate survey returns for accuracy and timeliness
Strategic Advice & Quality Assurance
* Deliver expert advice on remuneration strategy and methodology
* Contribute to case reviews and continuous improvement
* Identify and mitigate risks in data and decision-making
Professional Representation & Collaboration
* Represent the organization in external engagements
* Collaborate with professionals to resolve complex assessments
Required Experience & Skills
* Proven expertise in HR, accounting, and remuneration analysis
* Advanced Excel skills including PowerQuery and formula validation
* Experience managing large-scale data models and surveys
* Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities
* Ability to navigate complex political and economic environments
* Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills
* Familiarity with actuarial data and market intelligence sourcing
* Experience in audit-ready documentation and data governance
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EL1 HR Specialist - Remuneration Benefits
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