Human Resources Adviser

**The Role**

An exciting opportunity exists for a Human Resources Adviser to join the McCullough Robertson HR team, based in Brisbane on an initial 18-month parental leave contract.

As an HR Adviser, you will operate within a high-performing culture, working closely with the business in driving the national recruitment strategy across the firm. You will also oversee the Graduate and Clerk program strategies and provide Human Resources operational support to a number of areas across the firm. Some of the key responsibilities of the role include:

- Working closely with the Talent Acquisition Specialist, Partners and Managers to initiate, manage and report on recruitment activity;
- Managing the budget and effectiveness of the recruitment function and systems, and regular review of current resourcing strategies in the context of business needs and market conditions;
- Working closely with the HR Graduate Coordinator to drive the Brisbane Graduate and Clerk strategy, including annual recruitment processes, learning & development program, as well as check in processes and managing graduate rotations;
- Providing HR operational support to the clerks and graduates to ensure a positive employee experience;
- Providing HR operational support to the Legal Assistants in the Brisbane office including coordinating regular learning sessions and working closely with the Legal Assistant Coordinators to ensure Legal Assistant ratios are resourced correctly;
- Supervision of the Relief Legal Assistant team and Corporate Reception team; and
- Providing HR operational assistance to the Human Resources Manager managing the broader legal operations in the Brisbane office.

**Experience**
- A minimum of five years’ experience in human resources/recruitment, gained in either the legal or professional services environment;
- Excellent understanding of the essential elements of an effective recruitment and onboarding process;
- Exceptional written and verbal communications skills;
- Ability to make sound judgments regarding recruitment recommendations and well developed interpersonal skills;
- Strong desire to provide outstanding service to internal clients, including Partners, Managers, and newly recruited employees;
- A preparedness to participate in HR and L&D activities outside normal business hours as required.

**Join a team with a drive to achieve quality results for clients; a commitment to each other; and a strong community contribution.**

McCullough Robertson is a commercially focused firm, working with leading national and international clients. We work on big matters but work in small teams. Following a hands-on approach, lawyers of all levels are given exposure to working directly with clients and getting involved in their organisation.

Our goal is for each and every one of our employees to build a rewarding career which is full of opportunities, satisfying relationships and a sense of achievement. We do this through extensive training and career development opportunities which allow our people to prosper and grow their career.

We are backed by a national team, with over 400 staff located in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra and Newcastle. McCullough Robertson is a big firm, without the attitude.

**Inclusion and Diversity**

We are a leader in diversity and inclusion, and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

An award winning law firm, we have received the prestigious Employer of Choice for Gender Equality citation for the tenth consecutive year and have recently been awarded by Lawyers Weekly - Diversity Law Firm of the Year.

**Benefits**

We encourage a balanced work environment. Our teams enjoy having the opportunity of working 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;
- Holistic Health and Wellbeing program including subsidised gym membership and active social and sporting committees; and
- In-house barista, newly refurbished offices and end-of-trip facilities.
- We're an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees._
- It is a condition of employment for all McCullough Robertson Employees to have obtained their vaccination against COVID-19. This helps us make our workplace safe and enables us to sustain normal arrangements for work at our offices. We also want to work with our clients to ensure a safe environment for them when they visit and the safety of our staff when we visit them._