People and Culture

• Be part of a friendly, dynamic, high performing team, who has a seat at the table and undertakes a pivotal position in the delivery of the University People and Culture Strategy
• Lead a team of amazing HR professionals and partner with executive and senior leaders to drive transformational people and culture initiatives
• Full-time appointment on a 12-month fixed term basis
• Base salary range: $129,497 – $137,029 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

Human Resources enables the University to implement and deliver its People & Culture strategy to make the University a remarkable place to work, attracting and retaining word-class staff from diverse backgrounds who want to build careers, drive change, provide leadership an create opportunities at an institution renowned for its excellence.

The HR Business Partnering team consists of highly skilled HR practitioners who support an overall workforce of 3,700 FTE. The team have worked hard in building credibility as strategic and valued partners to the senior leadership team, and as a result have a seat at the table.

We are constantly developing exciting and relevant initiatives in an environment that is dynamic and challenging. Every member of the team is a self-starter with a growth mindset, who is highly motivated and keen to add value to the people and culture agenda at the University.

About the opportunity

• Lead a small team of HR practitioners to assist with the professional execution of HR Business Partnering Services
• Develop influential relationships with senior leaders to deliver strategic and operational people and culture imperatives and targets
• Take a lead role in the design and implementation of key people and culture initiatives specifically organisational change, culture and engagement, performance development and leadership capability
• Coach, develop and support your team to deliver exceptional service and business outcomes

About you

• Experienced HR practitioner who is excited to lead others and partner closely with executive / senior leaders on operational and strategic people and culture initiatives
• Confident in working in a high volume, complex matrix environment
• Demonstrated experience in working in complex strategic and operational contexts and the ability to adapt and respond to when required
• Outstanding communication skills, growth mindset, strong customer service ethos and ability to innovate and provide sound judgment will be critical to your success, as is the ability to influence, think creatively and exercise effective judgment in a dynamic environment
• Thrives in working in greenfield contexts and takes pride in building and owning stakeholder relationships

Position description:  POSITION DESCRIPTION [Human Resources Business Partner] - Level 9 (1).docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Jenny Zaehner at jenny.zaehner@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 10 November 2024

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.