Job Description

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- This role is only open to candidates based in Australia
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- Location: Sydney CBD
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- Part time Role - 0.6 or 0.8 FTE
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- Reporting to: CEO
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Our client is an established, technology-driven organisation with a clear vision, purpose, and sharp commercial strategy. Despite its relatively small headcount, the company has a strong presence across Australia and internationally.

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This is a high-impact standalone HR role, overseeing the entire employee lifecycle while acting as the first point of contact for all people-related matters. It requires a hands-on approach combined with strategic leadership, ensuring both day-to-day HR operations and long-term workforce planning align with business goals.

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There is a significant opportunity to enhance the current HR offering, particularly in learning and development, organisational design, and leadership development . Additionally, with a budget allocated for administrative support, the role will focus on streamlining transactional and operational HR processes.

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As a key member of the senior leadership team, the Head of HR will report directly to the Managing Director , driving cultural initiatives and fostering a high-performance workplace.

Key Responsibilities n

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- Strategic HR Leadership Shape and implement HR strategies that support business growth and employee engagement.
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- Learning & Development Design and execute programs that enhance employee skills, career progression, and leadership capabilities.
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- Employee Relations & Engagement Act as a trusted advisor, managing complex people matters while fostering a positive and inclusive culture.
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- HR Policy & Compliance Ensure policies align with best practices and employment legislation, mitigating risk and maintaining ethical standards.
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- Talent Acquisition & Recruitment Oversee hiring processes, develop attraction strategies, and ensure seamless onboarding.
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- Leadership Development Guide executives and managers in building strong leadership capabilities that align with organisational values.
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- Compensation & Reward Shape remuneration strategies that drive motivation and performance.
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- Wellbeing & Workplace Safety Promote a culture of employee wellbeing while ensuring workplace safety compliance.
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What we are looking for n

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- A blend of strategic thinking and hands-on execution , balancing high-level leadership with detailed HR operations.
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- Proven experience as a senior HR generalist , ideally within an SME and with exposure to software development.
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- Solid knowledge of Australian employment legislation , including expertise in complex case management.
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- A commercial mindset , contributing to leadership discussions and driving business success through people strategies.
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- Exceptional interpersonal and advisory skills , with the ability to coach and support the CEO and senior stakeholders.
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- A proactive, improvement-focused approach , consistently seeking ways to refine processes and enhance workplace culture.
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📌 Head of Human Resources (Sydney)
🏢 Capability Hr
📍 Sydney