- $108,528 (base salary) + 11.5% superannuation + generous salary packaging options
- Full-time, 2-year contract with a view to permanency — part-time (4 days) considered
- Based in Prahran, Melbourne
The opportunity
We are seeking a passionate, people-focused Senior HR Business Partner to join our supportive, collaborative and friendly HR team (of 4).
The HR team is integral to supporting the research agenda that forms the Baker Institute’s mission. We provide customer-focused services across the full range of the HR spectrum (operational and transactional) to the managers and staff of the Baker Institute and AMREP AS (a Baker Institute subsidiary).
The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) coaches and provides expert advice, support, and care across the Baker Institute to ensure a positive and value-add Human Resources experience. This is a varied role where no two days are the same. The HRBP will have a strong understanding of and able to interpret the Baker Institute Enterprise Agreement (EA) and the ability to interpret, and advise on legislation, together with internal policies and procedures. The HRBP is adaptable and agile with a growth mindset and have confidence in the provision of advice to People Leaders (Managers), their teams, and other key stakeholders.
This is a true HRBP liaising with an amasing group of stakeholders. There is scope to make the role your own and help drive future HR initiatives supporting the General Manager, HR.
Key duties
In this role you will be expected to:
- Liaise with key stakeholders to manage and deliver an effective and proactive HR business partnering solutions within the organisation and mitigate risks.
- Take a business partnering approach to all HR initiatives and work with the People Leaders/Managers to implement and support their teams.
- Coach leaders through resolution of employee relations matters, conflict resolution, discipline matters, team interventions, unsatisfactory performance and other people related matters that arise.
- Provide advice to People Leaders and employees on EA and legislation and policies and practices.
- Manage internal investigations.
- Coordinate L&D training programmes in a way that motivates and informs attendees of what’s happening to support their journey at Baker Institute.
Skills and experience
You will have:
- Relevant experience or qualifications (degree level preferred) in Human Resources or a related discipline.
- Previous experience (minimum 3 years) in a HR generalist role with strong business partnering skills.
- Excellent understanding of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) Modern Awards & EAs.
- HRIS experience (TechOne or similar).
- An ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels with the capacity to advise and influence others to achieve positive outcomes.
- A customer centric approach with a passion for making a positive impact on people experience.
- A pro-active, flexible attitude with the ability to work collaboratively with the immediate and wider team.
- A growth mindset with the confidence to provide advice to People Leaders their teams, and other key stakeholders on all people related matters.
- Solution-focussed approach with experience in driving continuous improvements and best practice.
- Excellent attention to detail, organisation and time management skills with the ability to multitask competing demands.
- Outstanding consulting and communication skills combined with excellent writing skills.
Benefits
Working at the Baker Institute offers flexibility, professional development, and the opportunity to contribute to a research centre of world renown. Benefits include generous salary packaging, an employee assistance program, as well as modern offices and laboratories adjacent to the Alfred Hospital and walking distance to St Kilda Road, Chapel Street, and Fawkner Park.
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How to apply
Applications should include a current resume with details of 2 professional referees, quoting AC03. We are reviewing applications as they are received so if you think you're the right person for this role, we'd love to hear how your capabilities, achievements and experience set you apart.
To be eligible to apply for this position you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa and be immunised with the COVID-19 vaccination in accordance with COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Directions (No 4) and a current influenza vaccination (for workers in clinical environments) in accordance with mandatory vaccination of health care workers directions. More details of the role can be found in the position description, for further information please contact the person listed below.
Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory background checks and the successful candidate will be required to undertake a police check prior to commencement in this position.
At the Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute, we are committed to creating a workplace that encourages diversity, inclusiveness and equal employment opportunity for all employees. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.
We will close this job ad as soon as we have enough applicants so please apply without delay.
Contact details
If you have any queries or would like any more information on the role please contact:
Annette Crawford
General Manager, Human Resources
E: annette.crawford@baker.edu.au