HR Business Partner, AUS

Job title HR Business Partner

Reports to Senior HR BP, HR & Operations, APAC

Location Melbourne, Australia — hybrid

Key Relationships RD, Leaders & Managers, Team Members, HR team,

wider Business Support team

Document Control Origination: September 2026

ABOUT ACHILLES For over 30 years, Achilles has protected the business interests and reputations of the world’s leading brands through unrivalled supply chain transparency, operational risk and compliance risk. Operating from 22 locations worldwide, we help market-leading financial, industrial, commercial and government organisations meet local & global regulations,

satisfy investor requirements — with expertise spanning compliance, safety and risk management.

THE ROLE The primary HR representative for the Australian business with responsibility for delivering effective people management, employee relations, talent, performance and compliance support. The role partners closely with local management while aligning Australian people practices with regional and global HR strategies. Some HR administrative support will be provided in India.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

- Strategic HR partnership — act as a trusted advisor on people, culture, organisational effectiveness, and

workforce planning, providing local insights and recommendations. Championing culture & employee engagement.

- Employee Relations & Workforce Management — manage employee relations matters, provide coaching and

guidance to managers, minimising risk through proactive intervention and advice.

- Talent Acquisition & Onboarding — lead end-to-end recruitment process, partnering with hiring

managers to define requirements and recruitment strategies, supporting onboarding activities.

- Performance, Learning & Development — coaching leaders on performance management and development

planning, supporting succession and talent reviews and facilitating annual processes.

- Compensation & Benefits — supporting salary review, bonus,



and remuneration processes in collaboration with

the wider HR & finance team, providing local market insights.

- HR Operations & Compliance — ensuring compliance with country and state local employment legislation

and company policies, managing HR policies and procedures. CANDIDATE PROFILE An experienced HR partner — integrity & professionalism, relationship management, adaptable

Essential

- 5+ years’ progressive HR generalist and business partnering experience within an SME environment.
- Strong working knowledge of Australian employment compliance matters.
- Degree qualification in HR, Business, Psychology, OD, or any subject with a relevant HR certification.

Desirable

- Experience working within a matrix reporting structure and international organisation.
- Exposure to HR projects and organisational change initiatives.

Pay: $60,000.00 – $70,000.00 per year

Application Question(s)

- Are you legally authorized to work in Australia?
- Are you comfortable commuting to this job's location?
- Do you have hands-on experience independently managing employee relations matters, including performance management, grievances, misconduct/investigations and terminations?
- What is your current annual remuneration package (AUD), including base salary and superannuation?
- What is your expected annual remuneration package (AUD), including base salary and superannuation?
- Do you have hands-on experience advising managers on the Fair Work Act, National Employment Standards (NES) and applicable Modern Awards?
- Have you independently managed employee relations cases in Australia, including performance management, grievances, misconduct/investigations and termination processes?
- Have you previously worked in a multinational or matrix organisation, partnering with HR and business stakeholders located in other countries?
- Your expected per annum renumeration and benefits if any
- Notice period
- Your current per annum renumeration and advantages if any?

Experience:
- Human resources: 5 years (Required)

Location:
- Greater Melbourne VIC (Required)

Work Location: In person

📌 AUSTRALIA HR BP -Part Time SEP 2026 (Melbourne)
🏢 Achilles Information India Private
📍 Melbourne