Senior P&C Policy Officer

Classification: ANU Officer 8 (Administration)

Salary package: $121,359 - $129,772 per annum plus 17% superannuation  

Terms: Full-time, Continuing

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior P&C Policy Officer to play a key role in the coordination and delivery of People and Culture policy governance at ANU.

Working within the Employee Relations team within our People and Culture Division, this role plays a key role to simplify and streamline HR policies, strengthen governance and compliance, and embed consistent HR practice across the University. The role requires a balance of strategic thinking, project coordination and hands-on policy design. 

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong P&C policy knowledge, excellent analytical skills and experience working in a complex environment and who enjoys improving frameworks and working across multiple stakeholders. 

Key responsibilities

In this position, you will:

• Coordinate the development, review and maintenance of P&C policies and related procedures
• Support the implementation of the P&C Policy Framework to improve policy quality, usability and alignment with legislative and industrial requirements
• Provide advice on P&C policy interpretation, development and governance
• Contribute to P&C policy and process improvement initiatives
• Undertake research, analysis and preparation of policy papers, briefings and consultation drafts
• Work closely with the University Policy Office, P&C business partners and stakeholders across ANU to support consistent and effective policy outcomes
• Assist in project planning and coordination for policy and governance initiatives arising from legislative change or strategic priorities

This role operates with a degree of independence and requires sound judgement, strong writing skills and the ability to build productive working relationships across a large organisation.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience in policy development, HR governance, employee relations or a related field
• Ability to interpret HR legislation, enterprise agreements and regulatory frameworks and translate them into clear policy guidance
• Strong written communication skills, with experience drafting policy, procedures or governance documentation
• Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate policy or process improvement projects
• Strong stakeholder engagement and consultation skills
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment while managing competing priorities
• A commitment to continuous improvement, professional integrity and quality outcomes

Why join us?

• Build specialist HR policy expertise in a enterprise-scale environment with national impact
• Gain exposure to strategic HR reform, including legislative implementation and governance uplift
• Be part of a supportive team that values integrity, collaboration and practical solutions
• Flexible work options and a positive work culture

For further information please contact Courtney Lawless, Senior Manager, Employee Relations, T: +61 2 6125 7593 E: courtney.lawless@anu.edu.au

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au   
 
ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion 

Application information 

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

• A statement addressing the selection criteria. 
• A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form. 
• Other documents, if required. 

Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position. 

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.