Senior HR Coordinator

Full time, diverse HR opportunity, supporting ANZ business with scope for growth & development - Adelaide based.

12th August, 2025

Who are we?
We're Avance Clinical, and Aussie based Contract Research Organisation, but rapidly expanding our global footprint We offer specialised services supporting drug development for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry. We have a rich history in this area with our founding roots dating back to the 1980's. If you already work in this industry, you'll know that we are experts in our field. We have been and will continue to be on an upwards growth trajectory – its an exciting time to be part of our Adelaide based team.

Why should you join Avance Clinical?
At Avance we know our most important asset is our people. We offer a fun, friendlywork environment and a culture that values honesty, innovation and respect. We have a strong sense of team. We genuinely appreciate each individual but recognise the collective when achieving success. We are also in the business of doing good, which is a wonderful purpose to get behind

The opportunity
Integral to everything we do is our HR team. So we're looking for an HR superstar to join us as a Senior HR Coordinator. You'll be part of an experienced, high performing team and get the opportunity to work on and support a diverse range of day-to-day HR activities that encompass the full employee lifecycle from writing contracts, onboarding, probationary reviews, database upkeep, reporting, culture, engagement and offboarding (just to name a few). You'll also work on HR projects including an upcoming HRIS system implementation.

We're seeking someone that thrives in a positive and fast paced environment, who is inquisitive, and customer focussed. This role presents as a genuine opportunity to learn and grow into an HR Generalist capacity, supporting across all elements of the employee cycle as our business is expanding, meaning you will have ideally had exposure and/ or an interest in developing, in managing employee relations/ grievances (performance management). You are comfortable managing a diverse range of administrative duties and as such are super organised with a fine eye for detail and a driving need to get things done. This full-time opportunity will be ideally based out of our Adelaide office.

In addition to the above, you will have the following Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• A minimum of 2 years experience in an HR Admin / HR Coordinator role, working in Australia
• A vocational or tertiary qualification in Human Resources or related discipline (desirable but not essential)
• Hands on experience of HR systems with good all-round IT / Tech knowledge
• A solid understanding of Australian employment-related legislation
• Possess an enthusiastic and approachable personality with a 'can do' attitude
• Ability to work within tight timeframes and prioritise workload
• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to earn trust, credibility and apply discretion where needed

12th August, 2025

Who are we?
We're Avance Clinical, and Aussie based Contract Research Organisation, but rapidly expanding our global footprint We offer specialised services supporting drug development for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry. We have a rich history in this area with our founding roots dating back to the 1980's. If you already work in this industry, you'll know that we are experts in our field. We have been and will continue to be on an upwards growth trajectory – its an exciting time to be part of our Adelaide based team.

Why should you join Avance Clinical?
At Avance we know our most important asset is our people. We offer a fun, friendlywork environment and a culture that values honesty, innovation and respect. We have a strong sense of team. We genuinely appreciate each individual but recognise the collective when achieving success. We are also in the business of doing good, which is a wonderful purpose to get behind

The opportunity
Integral to everything we do is our HR team. So we're looking for an HR superstar to join us as a Senior HR Coordinator. You'll be part of an experienced, high performing team and get the opportunity to work on and support a diverse range of day-to-day HR activities that encompass the full employee lifecycle from writing contracts, onboarding, probationary reviews, database upkeep, reporting, culture, engagement and offboarding (just to name a few). You'll also work on HR projects including an upcoming HRIS system implementation.

We're seeking someone that thrives in a positive and fast paced environment, who is inquisitive, and customer focussed. This role presents as a genuine opportunity to learn and grow into an HR Generalist capacity, supporting across all elements of the employee cycle as our business is expanding, meaning you will have ideally had exposure and/ or an interest in developing, in managing employee relations/ grievances (performance management). You are comfortable managing a diverse range of administrative duties and as such are super organised with a fine eye for detail and a driving need to get things done. This full-time opportunity will be ideally based out of our Adelaide office.

In addition to the above, you will have the following Qualifications, Skills and Experience

• A minimum of 2 years experience in an HR Admin / HR Coordinator role, working in Australia
• A vocational or tertiary qualification in Human Resources or related discipline (desirable but not essential)
• Hands on experience of HR systems with good all-round IT / Tech knowledge
• A solid understanding of Australian employment-related legislation
• Possess an enthusiastic and approachable personality with a 'can do' attitude
• Ability to work within tight timeframes and prioritise workload
• Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to earn trust, credibility and apply discretion where needed

What we offer

• Stimulating work
• An intellectual challenge
• An agile & flexible workplace
• Opportunity for growth and development
• Stability
• Sense of community
• A leadership team that are working together on a common goal
• Flexible work options
• Great tools / tech to do your job
• A competitive salary & an extra days holiday for your birthday

What next?
As a growing business we're looking for likeminded people to join us – we hope that's you.

• To join our team please submit yourCV & cover letter
• You must also have full Australian working rights to be considered
• As we receive a high volume of applications for our vacancies, we will only contact you directly, should you be successful through to the next stage of our recruitment process.
• No agencies please

At Avance difference is encouraged, its celebrated and it's something we strive for. We empowercultural, disability, LGBTI+, and gender equality.Apply For Job
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