People, Payroll & Compliance Coordinator - HR

Our client is a well-established Australian wholesale bakery business based in South-Western Sydney , with a strong presence in its industry and a growing focus on people, compliance and operational excellence.

They are seeking an experienced HR, Payroll & Compliance Coordinator to take ownership of key people, payroll, compliance and Return to Work functions across the business.

About the Role

This is a hands-on position covering a broad range of HR and payroll responsibilities, including:

- Manage end-to-end recruitment, onboarding and employee records
- Prepare employment contracts, HR documentation and workplace policies
- Provide HR support to managers and employees, including performance and employee relations matters
- Coordinate and process payroll, including leave, variations, terminations and superannuation
- Ensure compliance with the Fair Work Act, NES, Modern Awards and relevant employment legislation
- Monitor legislative requirements and maintain HR and compliance documentation
- Coordinate workers compensation and Return to Work matters , including liaising with insurers and rehabilitation providers
- Develop and monitor Return to Work Plans and suitable duties
- Support WHS, employee wellbeing and continuous improvement initiatives

About You





To be successful, you will have:

- A degree or diploma in HR, Business or a related field
- Minimum 3 years' experience in HR
- Proven payroll processing experience , ideally 2+ years
- Strong experience interpreting Modern Awards and employment legislation
- Experience developing workplace policies and procedures
- Experience coordinating workers compensation and Return to Work matters
- Current Return to Work Coordinator Certificate , or the ability to obtain one immediately
- Strong knowledge of:

- National Employment Standards

- Modern Awards & WHS legislation

- Privacy and payroll legislation

- Employment contracts and HR best practice

- Strong communication, organisation and attention to detail
- A practical, solutions-focused approach with the ability to work independently

What's On Offer?

- $95,000 - $110,000 + super
- Broad HR, payroll, compliance and Return to Work remit
- Opportunity to work closely with management and make a genuine impact
- Join a well-established Australian business
- Opportunity to contribute to process and workplace improvements

If you're an experienced HR qualified looking for a broad, hands-on role, we'd love to hear from you.

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📌 People, Payroll & Compliance Coordinator - HR (Sydney)
🏢 PERSOL
📍 Sydney