Human Resources Manager

HR Manager with Fulgent Australia

Dulwich, Adelaide | 3 days/week (0.6 FTE)

Salary: Up to $100k FTE + super
(Paid pro-rata based on 22.8 hours/week).

Help build the future of genetic diagnostics in Australia - and support work that genuinely changes lives.

Fulgent Australia is bringing world-class clinical genomics capabilities to Adelaide, backed by Fulgent Genetics (NASDAQ: FLGT) in the United States. Our testing supports clinicians and patients by providing high-quality genetic insights that help inform health decisions, reproductive planning, and diagnostic pathways.

Our work contributes to earlier answers, clarity for families, and more informed health choices - and we are proud to be building this capability right here in South Australia. Our Adelaide team combines global expertise with passionate local talent, advancing access to cutting-edge genomics and supporting meaningful improvements in patient journeys.

We are seeking a capable and resourceful 
HR Manager
 to help build and strengthen our people and safety foundations as we grow. You will partner with leaders and teams who are genuinely passionate about the purpose of their work and the impact it has in healthcare.

If you enjoy supporting people, improving systems, and building culture in a values-aligned environment, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution while growing your career.

About the Role

In this hands-on role, you will support the employee experience and people operations for our Australian team, working closely with the General Manager locally and our VP of Human Resources in the US.

This role offers development, exposure, and ownership - ideal for a HR professional who enjoys operations, is ready for broader responsibility, and wants to grow their capability in a supportive and collaborative environment.

You will:

Human Resources

• Manage end-to-end HR processes: recruitment, onboarding, development, and offboarding
• Provide advice on Fair Work, employment standards, and internal policies
• Maintain HR documentation, policies, and accurate employee records
• Support leaders with performance reviews and probation processes
• Coordinate payroll inputs with our external payroll partner (no prior payroll experience required)
• Manage leave, contracts, and updates through Employment Hero

Work Health & Safety

• Maintain WHS systems including registers, induction records, and incident reporting
• Support WHS training and onboarding for lab and office staff
• Coordinate return-to-work processes
• Partner with external WHS advisors and internal leaders
• Drive continuous improvement across WHS documentation and processes

This role is perfect for someone who likes variety, values ownership, and enjoys building and strengthening frameworks in a growing environment.

What You'll Bring

• Tertiary qualifications in HR, Business, or similar.
• 3+ years' experience in an HR generalist role
• Understanding of Fair Work and employment legislation
• Foundational WHS experience (incident reporting, risk assessments, training support)
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A proactive, curious mindset and confidence to seek clarity when needed
• Good judgement, organisation, and discretion
• Experience supporting managers and teams in day-to-day people matters

Nice to have (but not essential)

• Experience in healthcare, science, diagnostics, or a regulated environment
• Return-to-work coordination exposure
• Experience with Employment Hero or similar HRIS and/or Quality Management Systems

If you don't meet every point but feel this role aligns to your strengths and ambitions, we'd still love to hear from you.

Why Join Fulgent?

This is a growth phase role - perfect for someone who enjoys shaping and improving people operations in a purpose-driven environment.

• Opportunity to help build strong people and safety foundations
• Supportive team and meaningful mission in healthcare
• Modern, purpose-built laboratory and office 
  (including your very own)
• Free onsite parking
• Victoria Park across the road - perfect for lunchtime walks or bike rides
• End-of-journey facilities
• Café next door and Dulwich Village nearby
• 3 days/week
• Collaboration with global peers and future growth opportunities

We welcome all backgrounds

We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and identities, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse individuals, people with disability, and LGBTQIA+ communities. If you need adjustments at any stage, just let us know.

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Please note that LinkedIn or emailed applications will not be accepted.

Applications close Monday 24 November 2025.

Early applications are encouraged - we review as we go.

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