About the Role
We are seeking a skilled People & Capability Business Partner to join our team and provide specialist HR advice and support to our VIC State leadership team in a dynamic and child-safe compliant environment.
In this critical role, you will act as a trusted partner, delivering insights to enhance people-related business performance and implementing initiatives that drive capability and retention.
* Main Responsibilities:
* Act as a deeply trusted and proactive business partner with the State General Manager
* Deliver professional HR advice aligned with JAG policies, Awards
* Coach and support leaders in workplace investigations, including child-safe compliance matters
* Design and implement retention initiatives to address sector-specific turnover challenges
* Support leadership capability development through coaching and leveraging centralized L&D programs
* Provide actionable insights into people-related metrics like turnover, absenteeism, and workplace incidents
* Collaborate on national P&C projects and contribute to policy development
* Manage workplace injuries effectively in partnership with external specialists to minimize lost time
* Provide change management support and coordinate specialist P&C services, including Talent Acquisition and Payroll
Requirements:
* A degree in HR, Business Management, or a related field
* Demonstrated knowledge of Australian employment laws, Fair Work standards, and HR best practices
* Experience managing complex employee relations issues and conducting workplace investigations in a regulated environment
* Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build networks and instill trust across teams
* Change management training (e.g., Prosci) is highly desirable
* Membership of AHRI at a CPHR level (preferred)
Working Conditions:
This is a full-time role based in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. The ideal candidate will be required to work collaboratively with our VIC State leadership team and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality results.
Seniority Level:
Mid-Senior level
Industry:
Education Administration Programs