Human Resources Adviser

  • 561141
  • Canberra / ACT, ACT, Australia, 2601
  • Continuing
  • Closing at: Jan 14 2026 - 23:55 AEDT

Classification: ANU Officer 6/7 (Administration)
Salary package: 
$98,387 - $113,252 per annum plus 17% superannuation
Terms:
Full time, Continuing. 

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. 

For further information, please contact Karen Ford, Manager, Human Resources E: karen.ford@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 express interest in this role, please contact the hiring manager on the above listed details.

Application information
To submit an application for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:

  • A current curriculum vitae (CV); and
  • A covering letter addressing the selection criteria (maximum of two pages). 

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.

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