Senior HR Business Partner

2 days ago

Adelaide, South Australia Hays | Human Resources Full time $98,478 - $104,165 per year

The Department of Treasury and Finance work together to ensure South Australia is a thriving, prosperous state now and into the future and is the lead agency for economic, digital and financial policy outcomes.

Playing a vital role in providing financial services to the community and economic and social policy advice, as well as digital services to the Government of South Australia.

A vacancy is now available for a Senior People and Culture Business Partner, to join the People and Culture at The Department of Treasury & Finance on an ongoing basis.

About the opportunity:

As a Senior People and Culture Business Partner, you'll be a trusted advisor and strategic partner, working closely with leaders to shape workforce strategies, solve complex people challenges, and drive positive change.

In this role, you'll take on tasks such as:

  • Partnering with executives and leaders to navigate complex employment matters, including conflict resolution, underperformance, misconduct, medical incapacity, grievances, and complaints
  • Managing risk and escalation with confidence and care.
  • Enhancing current processes and practices, and co-creating smarter, more efficient workforce strategies.
  • Providing expert guidance on the people side of change, advising on industrial consultation, supporting leaders through transitions, and helping manage impacts and risks.

About you:

We're looking for someone who's collaborative, calm under pressure, and passionate about people. You'll bring:

  • Experience advising senior leaders on complex workforce matters, including interpreting industrial instruments and policy requirements.
  • In-depth experience managing a wide range of employee matters, including performance issues, medical incapacity, redeployment, grievances, complaints, organisational change, and disciplinary processes, using fair, consistent, and best practice approaches.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to write clear, thoughtful correspondence and provide evidence-based recommendations.
  • A proactive mindset and a track record of implementing workforce strategies in dynamic, evolving environments.

About the Organisation

  • At the Department of Treasury and Finance we work together to ensure South Australia is a thriving, prosperous state now and into the future.
  • We are the lead agency for economic, social and financial policy outcomes. We play a vital role in providing financial services to the community and economic and fiscal policy advice to the Government of South Australia.
  • Our culture is one that welcomes all, and we embrace flexibility and embrace diversity. We believe people are our most valuable asset, so we work to support the skills, knowledge and capabilities of our staff.

What we offer:

  • Flexible working options
  • Salary packaging options
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Supportive career development opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
  • Be Well Program

Remuneration:
- ASO6 ($98,478 - $104,165 per annum) + 12% Super

For a confidential discussion about the role please contact: Kylie Kaufmann on or email your application to

The Department of Treasury and Finance is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us if invited to interview.

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