HR Consultant

**HR Consultant**:
**Position Number**: 0065704
**Location**: Parkville
**Role type**: Full-time and Fixed-term for 12 months
**Department**: Office of the Provost
**Salary**: UoM7
- to become a pivotal HR consultant, driving operational excellence and shaping the University's workforce

**The University of Melbourne**
We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn.

**Your next career opportunity**
As a HR Consultant, you'll play a crucial role in driving and delivering the people agenda across the Faculty/Division. You'll work closely with HR Business Partners, coordinate key projects, and provide expert advice on complex workplace matters. This role offers you the opportunity to develop broad HR business partnering skills whilst collaborating with a diverse range of stakeholders to support the University's strategic objectives.

**Your responsibilities will include**:

- Providing Expert HR Guidance: Offer advisory support to leaders on HR matters, including policy interpretation and legislative compliance.
- Driving Key HR Initiatives: Support cyclical activities, workforce planning, and change programmes aligned with University and business unit people plans.
- Managing Complex Cases: Work alongside HRBPs to support performance management and investigations.
- Ensure Compliance: Support activities related to Working with Children Checks, fixed-term contract renewals, and casual compliance escalations.

**You may be a great fit if**:
You are an experienced HR professional with a relevant tertiary qualification, possessing strong advisory skills and the ability to navigate complex, ambiguous environments whilst building trusted relationships with diverse stakeholders.

**You may also**:

- Possess in-depth knowledge of HR processes and employment legislation.
- Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Have strong problem-solving abilities and sound judgement.
- Be able to prioritise work demands and meet tight deadlines.
- Show adaptability and thrive in a changing environment.

For further information please refer to the attached PD below.

**What we offer you**
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members

For more information check out our benefits page

**Your new team - Office of the Provost and Office of the Chief People Officer**
The Office of the Provost supports the achievement of the vision and objectives for people and community, learning and teaching, and academic performance contained in our institutional strategy - Advancing Melbourne 2030.

Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (People and Community), the CPO leads the University’s strategic agenda for people and culture, building a diverse, inclusive and vibrant community.

**Be Yourself**
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

**Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants**
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

**Working at the University - what you need to know**:
**Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.** This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

**Join Us and unlock your career potential**
- **Resume**:

- **Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience**

**Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the.**

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**Applications close**: Sunday 27 2025 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.

**Advertised**: 14 Apr 2025 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time

**Applications close**: 27 Apr 2025 11:55 PM A