HR Specialist

4 days ago

Canberra n Capital Territory, Australia Ignite Full time $120,000 - $150,000 per year

About the Organisation:
It is the government entity responsible for overseeing a nation's external engagements, supporting citizens internationally, and coordinating global partnerships and responses.

About The Role:
The Department is looking for an
EL1 HR Specialist - Remuneration Benefits
 Analyst with advanced technical and analytical expertise in HR, accounting, and Excel (including PowerQuery). This high-impact role will lead global remuneration reviews, drive data analysis, and provide strategic advice while engaging with senior stakeholders.

Level/Classification:
EL1

Contract Type:
Labour Hire

Contract Duration:
12 Months + Possibility of 2x 12 Months extension

Location:
Canberra, ACT

Requirements:

  • Must HAVE an NV1 Clearance
  • Selection Criteria Response
  • Ability and willingness to undergo a police check

Key Responsibilities
Remuneration Review & Analysis

  • Conduct annual salary and benefits reviews across 100+ overseas missions
  • Apply actuarial and market data to recommend salary adjustments
  • Ensure strategic alignment and defensibility of remuneration decisions
  • Address challenges in volatile environments (e.g. hyperinflation, instability)

Model Maintenance & Enhancement

  • Maintain and improve a complex Excel-based remuneration model
  • Perform annual rollovers, update PowerQuery links, validate formulas
  • Implement usability and performance enhancements
  • Ensure scalability and centralized data processing

Data Management & Documentation

  • Ensure accuracy and completeness of all data inputs
  • Document assumptions and methodologies for audit and approval
  • Maintain data-sharing arrangements with peer organizations
  • Coordinate market data surveys with external suppliers

Market Data Procurement

  • Lead procurement of high-quality remuneration data
  • Liaise with suppliers and integrate data into analysis models

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Collaborate with senior officers and overseas mission leaders
  • Provide strategic advice tailored to local contexts
  • Support decision-making in complex geopolitical environments

Survey Coordination

  • Manage annual data survey process across global missions
  • Track and validate survey returns for accuracy and timeliness

Strategic Advice & Quality Assurance

  • Deliver expert advice on remuneration strategy and methodology
  • Contribute to case reviews and continuous improvement
  • Identify and mitigate risks in data and decision-making

Professional Representation & Collaboration

  • Represent the organization in external engagements
  • Collaborate with professionals to resolve complex assessments

Required Experience & Skills

  • Proven expertise in HR, accounting, and remuneration analysis
  • Advanced Excel skills including PowerQuery and formula validation
  • Experience managing large-scale data models and surveys
  • Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities
  • Ability to navigate complex political and economic environments
  • Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills
  • Familiarity with actuarial data and market intelligence sourcing
  • Experience in audit-ready documentation and data governance

"For further information or a confidential conversation about the
EL1 HR Specialist - Remuneration Benefits
role, select 'APPLY NOW' or contact Alyanna Ensenado at Your inquiry is valued and will be handled with care."
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