Job Description
Senior HR Business Partner / Employee Relations Specialist (Contract)
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An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced HR Business Partner with strong Employee Relations expertise to join a large organisation undergoing significant transformation and workforce change initiatives.
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This contract role will play a key part in supporting a critical employment and payroll remediation program following a recent business acquisition. Working closely with project leaders and senior stakeholders, you will help navigate complex employment matters, drive compliance outcomes, and support organisational change initiatives.
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About the Opportunity A major remediation project is currently underway to review and strengthen employment and payroll practices within an acquired business.
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Key areas of focus include:
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Reviewing historical employment arrangements and payroll practices.
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Supporting compliance and remediation activities.
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Contributing to policy consultation and review processes.
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Partnering with project teams to manage workforce and employee relations matters.
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Supporting organisational change and transformation initiatives.
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Considerable work has already been completed, including:
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Comprehensive Contemporary Award mapping.
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Establishment of a dedicated project management function.
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Engagement of specialist data analysts to review historical employment records.
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Assessment of remediation requirements and corrective action plans.
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As a result, you will be joining a dynamic and quick-paced environment where your HR and ER expertise will be highly valued.
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About You To be successful in this role, you will bring:
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Extensive HR Business Partnering experience.
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Strong Employee Relations knowledge and practical application.
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Experience supporting complex projects and business transformation initiatives.
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Demonstrated capability in policy development, consultation, and review.
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Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
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The ability to operate confidently in a changing and evolving environment.
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Knowledge of Australian employment legislation, Modern Awards, and workforce compliance obligations.
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What's on Offer
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Hybrid working arrangement.
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Primary office location in Southbank, Melbourne.
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Chance to contribute to a high-profile remediation and transformation program.
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Contract expected to run through to the end of the year, with the potential for ongoing work aligned to project deliverables.
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Occasional travel may be required, including interstate travel as needed.
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📌 Senior Hr Business Partner / Employee Relations Specialist (Contract) (Victoria)
🏢 The Next Step Recruitment
📍 Victoria