HR Business Partner

Our mission is to improve the health of millions of people worldwide.

We are seeking a hands-on and strategic HR Business Partner to join our mission-driven team environment to help shape the future of The George Institute's thriving inclusive workplace. Our office is brand new, and purpose built; conveniently located right near the light rail stop—making your commute a breeze

Overview

As our HR Business Partner, you'll be a trusted advisor to leaders, delivering end-to-end HR services and initiatives that build a high-performing and engaged culture.

Responsibilities

• Partnering with leaders to support the full employee lifecycle, including matters involving strategic organisational change.
• Leading employee relations with empathy and expertise
• Driving engagement and inclusion across diverse teams
• Designing and delivering innovative people programs
• Coaching our current and emerging leaders
• Using data and insights to inform strategic decisions
• Collaborating globally to enhance the employee experience
• Contributing and leading projects to deliver on our people strategy.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources
• Proven experience in HR partnering and employee relations
• Strong business acumen and stakeholder engagement skills
• Excellent communication, analytical, and decision-making abilities
• Knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices
• A collaborative and inclusive mindset, with a passion for enhancing employee experience

Benefits

• Competitive market salary and benefits
• Salary packaging (lowering your taxable income and increasing your take-home pay)
• Flexible working arrangements - onsite, hybrid or WFH (dependent on individual role)
• Being part of a global team, making an impact on global health outcomes
• A focus on employee wellbeing including global employee engagement surveys, reward and recognition programs, steps challenges and more

About The George

The George Institute for Global Health (The George) is 700+ employees around the world and projects in over 40 countries all focused on improving the health of millions of people worldwide.

As a medical research institute affiliated with leading universities, we are challenging the status quo in healthcare to:

• Lead world-class, large-scale clinical trials, epidemiological studies and health systems research to transform treatments and healthcare delivery
• Look beyond single diseases, across the life course, to identify patient-centred approaches to care that can be implemented at scale
• Develop low-cost, innovative solutions to global unmet needs
• Drive our global impact through a program of research, advocacy, thought leadership and disruptive social entrepreneurship

We pride ourselves with our 6 core values: excellence, integrity, can-do approach, creativity, impact, and humanitarian commitment.

Additional information

The closing date for applications is 10th September 2025. The vacancy may close early if a suitable candidate is found. The unrestricted right to work in Australia is a requirement for this position. Candidates who require sponsorship will not be considered.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

Please note, prior to 15 September, if you are invited to an interview this will be held at our current office in Barangaroo in Sydney CBD.

Please visit our website for more on The George: Home | The George Institute for Global Health

EEO statement We value workplace diversity and encourage applications from people living with disability; women; Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; people who identify as LGBTIQ+; mature-aged people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

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