People Business Partner

5 days ago

Northcote, Victoria, Australia ECMS Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

People Business Partner

At ECMS, we're proud to be a not-for-profit community organisation that's all about making a difference in the lives of children and families. With 75 kindergartens and early learning services across Melbourne, our team of 1100+ dedicated people work together to create joyful and enriching learning experiences with the safeguarding of children at the centre of everything we do.

Our People Team plays a vital role in shaping the experience of our educators and leaders, ensuring they feel supported to provide exceptional care and education every day.

We're now seeking a People Business Partner who will bring expertise, empathy, and strategic insight to help our people and services thrive. You'll work closely with Area Managers, the Early Childhood Education team, and other internal partners to deliver people-focused initiatives that build capability, engagement and a strong, values-driven culture across ECMS.

This is a full-time role, with part-time arrangements and/or start date in the new year considered for the right candidate. Enjoy flexible working hours and work-from-home options. If you are hungry to learn, willing to roll up your sleeves, and driven to make a real impact, this is the position for you

What will you do?

  • Provide expert HR advice and guidance on all aspects of the employee lifecycle
  • Partner with leaders to build leadership capability and confidence in people management
  • Support workforce planning, role design, and organisational change initiatives
  • Lead and manage complex employee and industrial relations matters, including investigations and performance management
  • Coach and influence leaders to embed our values and create a thriving, high-performing culture
  • Manage WorkCover and non-work-related injury processes
  • Lead and contribute to projects and initiatives that shape ECMS's people strategy and strengthen organisational capability

More about you

You're a personable and trusted HR professional who combines strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. You thrive in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment and can balance empathy with sound judgement. You'll bring:

  • Significant experience in HR business partnering, with strong ER/IR knowledge
  • A relevant qualification in Human Resources (or equivalent experience)
  • Experience interpreting EBAs, Modern Awards, and managing complex employee relations matters
  • Strong coaching and influencing skills with leaders at all levels
  • A proactive, customer-focused approach and ability to work independently
  • Working with Children Check, National Police Check, and RTW Coordinator training
  • Experience in the early childhood or not-for-profit sector is desirable but not essential - what matters most is your alignment with our purpose and values

Why ECMS?

  • A chance to work in a highly flexible and outcome-focused organisation
  • Flexible working hours and work from home opportunities
  • Opportunity to accelerate your career due to high level of responsibility, opportunities and a 2% professional development budget catered just to you
  • 50% childcare discount
  • 6 weeks paid parental leave
  • Discounts to hundreds of retail and recreational activities such as Coles, JB-Hi-Fi and

ECMS is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. Successful applicants are required to adhere to our child safe practices and policies located on our website. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from diverse communities and backgrounds are encouraged.

If you're passionate about early childhood education and care, and you're looking for a rewarding career with a supportive and inclusive organisation, we encourage you to apply today Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. For more information contact

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