Human Resources Adviser

Classification: ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration)
Salary package: $89,134 - $102,600 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms: 2x Full time, Continuing and 1x Full time, Fixed term (up to 12 months)
(part time hours will be considered)

This is an opportunity to work with an experienced Human Resources Team at a world class University that undertakes cutting edge research and has a strong tradition in research-led teaching excellence. The ANU offers:

• Flexible working arrangements including hybrid arrangements working both on our beautiful, green campus and working remotely,
• Generous paid parental and partner leave entitlements of up to 32 weeks. We are one of the leading employers in Australia for parental leave entitlements,
• Career support, training, mentoring & upskilling opportunities,
• Designated parent rooms, quiet spaces, childcare facilities, gyms, cafes and a swimming pool all located on campus.

The Position
The Human Resources Adviser works within the People and Culture Division team managing a client portfolio across all operational aspects of the employment life cycle whilst ensuring compliance with the University's Enterprise Agreement, associated policies, procedures and current legislation. The position provides comprehensive HR support across all areas including, case management support to supervisors, working with senior HR leaders on initiatives and the development of best practice and streamlining of processes within the HR function. The position is also responsible for the coordinating reports and analysis for senior staff members within the University.

The Person
We are looking for someone with a high-level of knowledge and understanding of contemporary Human Resources issues, someone who can think big picture and operationalise key initiatives to facilitate a positive campus culture. An understanding of the ins and outs of the higher education sector would be highly desirable but not required. You will have excellent communication and networking skills with the ability and awareness to build and maintain close relationships with people from diverse backgrounds. 

You will have proven experience as a HR business partner, experience working across the full employment lifecycle, the willingness to look for solutions, and the ability to work with a fair degree of autonomy. 

A Diverse and Inclusive Team
ANU is a large, diverse employer with staff working across numerous professions. We are a recipient of the bronze award through the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) program and a platinum member of the Australian Network on Disability. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and from individuals who may have had a non-linear career path, career gaps or career breaks. We aim to be an inclusive and diverse community of students and staff, representative of the world around us, and where every member feels a sense of belonging and common purpose. To achieve this goal, we work to increase equity and access towards equality. To find out more, please click here.

For further information, please contact Ms Bel Smith, Manager, Human Resources E: Bel.Smith@anu.edu.au     

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to people of all backgrounds and identities.  For more information about staff equity at ANU, click here. For enquiries about the application process, or if you require reasonable adjustment to apply for this role, please contact the hiring manager on the above listed details.

Application information
In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

• A current curriculum vitae (CV); and
• A statement / cover letter (no more than two pages) addressing the selection criteria. 

The committee will consider candidates that do not meet one or more aspects of the selection criteria.

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process.  An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.