HR Advisor Isc

**Date**:May 8, 2025

**Location**: Melbourne, AU

**Company**:AkzoNobel

**About AkzoNobel**

Since 1792, we’ve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color people’s lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands - including International, Sikkens and Interpon - is trusted by customers around the globe. We’re active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company that’s dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today - while creating an even better tomorrow. Let’s paint the future together.

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**Join Our Team as an HR Advisor ISC & TA Partner**:
We're seeking a dedicated **HR Advisor ISC & TA Partner** to join our team in **Sunshine, Melbourne**. Are you passionate about Human Resources and Talent Acquisition? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where you can make a significant impact? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you

**About the Role**:
As a HR Advisor & TA Partner, you will provide comprehensive HR and recruitment advice and support across AkzoNobel’s Manufacturing, Supply Chain, HSE&S, Procurement and Supply Planning businesses in Australia. This role is pivotal in ensuring we attract, develop, and retain top talent while aligning with our strategic HR initiatives.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**Talent Acquisition**:

- Manage the entire end to end recruitment process for all departments across Australia and New Zealand, by utilising direct sourcing, employee referrals, social media and other sources.
- Provide advice, training and support to hiring managers to ensure they are knowledgeable and skilled in recruitment best practices and compliant with local laws.
- Support the recruitment of campus recruitment campaigns to attract talent to the various departments.
- Staying up to date with local market trends to implement practical recruitment strategies and promote and build the AkzoNobel’s Employee Value Proposition (EVP).
- Manage recruitment expenses within the allocated budget, optimising cost-effective methods such as job boards and social media.

**HR Advisory**:

- Operational HR Delivery: Align HR operations with business and functional agendas, offering high-quality HR advice and guidance.
- Employee Relations: Lead employee and industrial relations efforts, working with unions and employee councils as needed such as Enterprise Bargaining Agreement negotiations and workplace concerns.
- Employee Lifecycle Management: Coach and support managers in performance and talent management processes, reward systems, and workforce planning.
- Provide daily HR support to managers, including recruitment, development, and restructuring guidance.
- Learning and Development: Identify learning needs and collaborate with regional partners to deliver training solutions.
- Talent Management: Work with managers to identify and develop local talent, ensuring robust succession planning.
- Employee Engagement: Foster employee engagement through communication and support for local events and initiatives.
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with local legal requirements and participate in internal and external audits.

**What We Are Looking For**:

- Degree in Human Resources or related fields preferred.
- Proven experience in HR generalist roles and in-house recruitment, with a track record of successful recruitment campaigns.
- Proficiency with ATS, social media platforms, and HR analytics.
- Strong understanding of local Employment Law and experience with EBA interpretation and negotiation process.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

**What We Can Offer**:

- At AkzoNobel, we are committed to helping you achieve your career goals. You’ll have access to training and development opportunities that open doors to your future.
- Experience a dynamic and inclusive culture that values innovation and collaboration. We strive to create a workplace where everyone can be their best self.
- Competitive Salary and Performance Bonuses: Don't settle for the ordinary. You can earn more with performance bonuses on top of your base salary
- Take advantage of free flu vaccinations, counselling services, and online support through our Employee Assistance Program.
- Enjoy exclusive discounts on HP products, discounted private health insurance with Bupa, as well as special corporate rates for car rentals through Avis, saving you money on essential purchases and travel expenses.
- Looking for more perks? Join us to find out more

If you're passionate about providing excellent HR and talent acquisition services, and ready to contribute to the success of our business, we want you on our team Join us in shaping the futur