Founded in **** by architects Domenic Cerantonio and Chris Stribley, Cera Stribley is an architecture and interior design practice with115 people across Melbourne and Brisbane.
We work acrossmulti-residential, commercial, hospitality and private residential projects, with a shared belief in the value great design can bring to cities, communities and clients.
Our Practice
Founded in **** by architects Domenic Cerantonio and Chris Stribley, Cera Stribley is an architecture and interior design practice with115 people across Melbourne and Brisbane.
We work acrossmulti-residential, commercial, hospitality and private residential projects, with a shared belief in the value great design can bring to cities, communities and clients.
Why You'll Love Working Here
How we work
Flexible working hourswith seven Working Windows — choose a start time between7:30am and 10:30amand finish between4pm and 7pm, giving you more flexibility around your day
Wellness benefitsincluding weekly yoga and HIIT, professional massages, breathwork sessions, mental health support, EAP, and 20% off a Richmond membership at The Commons
Structured career developmentwith dedicated support for professional and personal growth
Who we are
Vibrant, collaborative culturewith mentorship, knowledge sharing and regular celebrations of team wins
Gender-balanced teamwith 52% women and 48% men
Social impact opportunitiesincluding volunteering and fundraising, with a commitment to expanding how we give back to our community
Regular social eventswith plenty of opportunities to connect beyond the day-to-day
Dog-friendly officewith a full roster of pups throughout the week
Richmond locationright next to the train station




Certified Carbon Neutraland committed to continually reducing the environmental impact of our work
The Opportunity in a Nutshell
We are on the hunt for a Melbourne based HR Manager who can support a large team alongside the rest of the business support team.
Covering bases in two offices (Brisbane and Melbourne) they will be championing positive, high-performing, and people-focused culture within the practice.
This role oversees recruitment, onboarding, performance processes, and HR compliance with an evolving legislation landscape, ensuring the team feels supported and engaged.
The ideal candidate is empathetic, organised, and confident managing sensitive information with professionalism and discretion.
Relevant HR qualifications and not less than 5 years' experience in a similar role are a must, while similar industry experience would be advantageous, it isn't critical.
An enthusiasm for implementing and improving systems and processes working closely with operations team there is an opportunity to shape a niche and develop and administer policy that underpins the team's culture.
Responsibilities include
Support managers with performance management processes, feedback cycles, and quarterly development reviews
Support leadership in cultivating an inclusive, positive, and engaged studio culture
Administer,



update and communicate HR policies, ensuring compliance with employment legislation
Coordinate training and development initiatives, including professional learning
Maintain HR systems and databases, ensuring employee information is current and confidential
Act as a trusted point of contact for HR-related questions and employee wellbeing concerns
Champion wellbeing committee initiatives and events
Organise and facilitate HR meetings as required including disciplinary discussions, performance reviews and exit interviews
Manage end-to-end recruitment, including advertising, candidate screening, interviews, reference checks, and contract preparation.
Utilise proactive methods of recruitment outreach and implement a recruitment strategy in collaboration with leadership team.
Oversee onboarding and induction for new team members, maintaining accurate employee records.
Collaborating with the Studio Manager to run induction sessions, for new starters.
Attributes/Skills necessary:
Robust interpersonal and communication skills
A high level of discretion and empathy
Proven experience working with emerging leaders
Sound understanding of HR practices, legislation, and compliance requirements.
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Demonstrated experience in recruitment and employee lifecycle management
Ability to build trust and maintain confidentiality at all times
Proactive and people-focused with a collaborative mindset
Demonstrated experience using AI tools
Experience working within a creative, design, or professional services setting (preferred but not required)
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📌 Hr Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Cera Stribley
📍 Melbourne