People and Culture Business Partner

Horsham, Victoria 3400

• Tax-free benefit: Up to $18,549 of your income tax-free through salary packaging
• Purposeful work: Use your skills and experience to make a meaningful difference
• Professional development: Benefit from opportunities for career growth and skill development
• Permanent full-time position: Enjoy job stability and security with full-time work

*About Us*
Lutheran Homes Group (LHG) is a leading not-for-profit provider of home and community support, residential care and retirement living services for senior Australians. With over 1,300 dedicated employees and volunteers, we deliver personalised care across South Australia and regional Victoria, empowering older Australians to live with dignity and choice. Committed to quality care, innovation, and staff development, we are proud of our rich history and values, and we continually strive to grow while making a positive impact in the lives of those we support.

About The Role
Reporting to the Lead People and Culture Business Partner, the role will provide HR support and advice to leaders across the organisation. Responsible for ensuring fairness, compliance, and alignment with policies across all organisation actions, the Business Partner will contribute to employee relations, workplace planning strategies, and HR policies and initiatives. This position will support employees and implement HR systems and solutions to improve employee experience.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Partner with leaders to develop HR strategies that align with operational goals
• Advise on performance management, grievances, and conduct matters
• Assist managers to build capability and ensure fair, compliant decision-making
• Support recruitment and onboarding to ensure workforce readiness
• Contribute to HR initiatives, reporting, policy development and systems improvement

*About You*
The successful candidate will be a current HR professional with ideally a minimum of 5 years exposure to employee relations and a passion for supporting leaders through complex people challenges. The ability to coach, influence, and communicate effectively is essential, with a relationship-driven approach that values empathy and integrity at its core. Regular stakeholder engagement is a key part of the role, and success will come from building trust and offering support through genuine, values-based connections. Aged care experience is desirable but not essential. Commitment to fairness, compliance, and contributing to a positive, respectful workplace culture is expected.

• Experience in employee relations and performance management experience
• Communication, coaching, and conflict resolution skills
• Working knowledge of Australian employment legislation and awards
• Desirable - knowledge of the Aged Care or Health Care sector
• Desirable - bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field

Candidates may be subject to a pre-employment medical assessment with the successful candidate requiring current NDIS worker clearance. In accordance with current health guidelines for the aged care sector, candidates are encouraged to have all recommended vaccinations.

*Why Lutheran Homes Group?
At our organisation, you'll enjoy a
supportive team environment
with ample
opportunities for growth*
as we continue to expand. We believe in fostering a professional yet fun culture where every team member is valued. If you're looking to make a meaningful impact while growing in your career, this role offers the perfect balance.

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Applications close
5:00 pm Thursday 11 September 2025.
Candidates may be shortlisted and interviewed prior to the closing date so apply today
Please note we are not accepting recruitment agency applications at this time.