HR Business Partner

HR Business Partner – Communities

Parramatta CBD /Sydney CBD | Hybrid + Occasional planned Travel | Full-time Permanent
Shape the future of our workforce while making a real difference in communities.
We currently have an exciting opportunity for an energetic, creative, and customer-centric
HR professional
to join our
People and Culture team
at Uniting.

Reporting to the HR Business Partnering Lead, you'll partner with Heads of Operations and their leadership teams across our
Communities portfolio
. In this trusted advisory role, you'll provide both
strategic and hands-on HR support
, enabling our people to deliver exceptional services to the communities we serve.

What you'll be doing

• Partnering with senior leaders to shape and deliver people strategies aligned to Uniting's mission.
• Coaching and influencing leaders to build capability, culture, and engagement.
• Providing expert advice on all areas of HR, from workforce planning and performance to change and employee relations.
• Leading and contributing to people initiatives that drive meaningful change and improve employee experience.
• Using data and insights to guide decisions and inform practice improvements.
• Collaborating with centres of excellence and operational teams to design solutions that make Uniting a great place to work.

About you

We'd love to hear from you if you are:

• An experienced HR generalist with relevant tertiary qualifications.
• Skilled at navigating
  large, complex organisations
  and building strong relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Resilient when handling complex and challenging people matters.
• An excellent communicator with strong influencing and coaching ability.
• Able to work at pace, manage competing priorities, and deliver high-quality outcomes.
• Passionate about using data to shape workforce and cultural improvements.
• Be able to travel within NSW and ACT as required

About the team

The People and Culture team at Uniting moves at pace, has fun, and is committed to building a better future for our people on the frontline. We support each other's wellbeing, growth, and professional development — and we're proud of the positive impact we make every day.

Why Uniting?

At Uniting, we believe people do their best work when they can be themselves. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and value the unique perspectives and strengths each person brings. When you join Uniting, you join a team that is
compassionate, respectful imaginative
and
bold
. There is a place here for you.

Apply today and bring your whole self to a role where your HR expertise can truly make a difference.
We'd love to hear from you. Please send your application through the job platform – we're unable to accept applications by email.
For all questions, please don't hesitate to contact
Louise Massie
via email

What We Offer You

• A rewarding career with a leading human services organisation.
• Up to $18,550 NFP salary packaging available.
• Access to our U rewards program with exclusive discounts.
• Flexible work hours for work-life balance.
• Affordable access to Fitness Passport— discounted gym memberships to support your best life.
• A supportive and inclusive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth.

Uniting contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services, and spiritual care.
Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities, and confront injustice.
We provide support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on those experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability.
We acknowledge the Sovereignty of First Nations people over the lands of Australia and are committed to meaningful change so that First Nations people are strong, thriving, and self-determining.
Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation, committed to the safety, well-being, and inclusion of children and young people. We are proud of the diversity of our people and always welcome everyone, exactly as they are.