We are currently partnering with a Local Council seeking an experienced Senior Business Partner to provide both strategic and operational HR support across a diverse portfolio during a key period of transformation and workforce activity on a short-term contract basis.

This senior generalist opportunity will see you partnering closely with leaders across the organisation to deliver high-quality HR consultancy, employee relations support, and workforce solutions in a fast-paced and cooperative environment.

About the role Reporting into the People & Culture leadership team, this role will provide end-to-end HR support across all areas of the employee lifecycle, while contributing to broader organisational initiatives and people strategies.
Initially, the key focus areas will include:

- Building strong and trusted partnerships with leaders across the organisation
- Coaching and supporting leaders across all aspects of employee management
- Providing specialist advice and support across employee and industrial relations matters
- Supporting workplace culture uplift, leadership capability and workforce outcomes
- Contributing to HR projects, policy implementation and continuous improvement initiatives
- Assisting with workforce planning, organisational development and change initiatives




- Supporting recruitment activities and broader people operations as required

This is a dynamic role where priorities may shift in line with organisational needs and operational requirements.
About you To be successful in this position you will demonstrate:

- Significant experience in a senior HR Business Partner or People & Culture role
- Demonstrated experience in Employee Relations and HR consultancy within Local Government or a complex unionised environment
- Sound understanding of Fair Work legislation, Awards and Enterprise Agreements
- Proven ability to coach, influence and partner with leaders at all levels
- Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
- Experience contributing to organisational development, workforce planning and culture initiatives
- A proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused approach
- Local Council / government experience is vital

What’s on offer
- Immediate start opportunity
- Flexible hybrid working arrangements
- Supportive and collaborative People & Culture team
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within Local Government

If you are an experienced HR professional who enjoys working in a strategic partnering role while remaining hands-on operationally, we would love to hear from you.

📌 People and Culture Business Partner (Melbourne)
🏢 Public Sector People
📍 Melbourne