Human Resources Administrator

Good people. Good work. Great opportunities.

McCullough Robertson is a commercially focused firm, working with high-calibre national and international clients. We work on big matters in small teams, approaching each day with dedication and professionalism.

We provide exceptional opportunities for our employees to perform, grow and succeed, through extensive training and career development. Our teams work together and support one another to achieve individual, team and firm-wide goals.

Backed by a national team of over 400 staff located in Brisbane and Sydney, McCullough Robertson is a big firm, without the attitude.

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Human Resources Administrator to join McCullough Robertson's national team.
Reporting to the Head of Human Resources in Sydney, you will play a pivotal role in providing high-quality administrative support to the HR team across the Sydney and Brisbane offices. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with all team members, supporting the delivery of key HR functions across the firm. This position is varied and fast-paced, where no two days will be the same.

Key duties will include

• Contributing to HR operations by preparing documentation such as probation confirmations, parental leave letters, salary packaging letters, further education agreements, and change of role or salary letters;

• Assisting the Human Resources Coordinator with onboarding new starters, including conducting references and police checks and setting up new employees in the HRIS;

• Partnering with the Learning and Development Executive to coordinate the firm's L&D programs and events, including room bookings, catering requests, and calendar appointments;

• Supporting the coordination of the firm's national clerkship and graduate programs, including preparing employment agreements, drafting internal communications, and assisting with onboarding logistics;

• Assisting with the coordination of staff gifts and recognition initiatives on an ad hoc basis;

• Maintaining HR records and documents across our HRIS and OneNote systems, ensuring accuracy at all times;

• Coordinating travel arrangements for the HR team and new starters where required;

• Managing credit card reconciliations and proactive diary management;;

• Providing reception coverage support as needed.

Experience
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Human Resources graduate ready to kickstart their career, or a Human Resources Administrator eager to build their skills in a professional services environment. As the successful candidate, you will hold tertiary qualifications in HR or a related discipline or bring equivalent demonstrated experience in a similar role.

Success in this role will require highly developed verbal and written communication skills and excellent time management capabilities, enabling you to manage competing priorities effectively. Furthermore, you will have an enthusiastic and proactive approach, with a keen desire to support the HR team and contribute constructively to the team's activities and projects.

Benefits
At McCullough Robertson, we encourage a balanced work environment. Our teams enjoy having the opportunity to work in a supportive environment while having fun and achieving results.

We offer the following benefits for our employees:

• Dedicated Diversity Committee with an innovative program focusing on all areas of diversity and inclusion;

• Attractive further education program and supportive learning and development opportunities throughout your whole career;

• Mentoring and sponsorship opportunities as well as coaching and leadership support;

• Holistic Health and Wellbeing program including subsidised gym membership and active social and sporting committees.

Inclusion and Diversity
As a leader in diversity and inclusion we are committed to creating an environment where our employees want to come to work.

We have received the prestigious Employer of Choice for Gender Equality citation for the tenth consecutive year in 2024, and have recently been awarded by Lawyers Weekly – Diversity Law Firm of the Year.

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply for Job" button, and submit your application online. Alternatively, please contact Sophie Sims on 07 3914 8462 for a confidential discussion.

We're an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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