People and Culture Partner

  • Perth
  • Mu Murdoch University
Continuous, Part Time position (30 hours per week) Flexible work arrangements and WFH options available HEW0809 | $105k - $127k (pro-rata) plus 17% super Salary Packaging opportunities and staff benefits! Murdoch University is embarking on a transformative journey as part of our new strategy, "Building a Brighter Future Together." As a key enabler of this strategy, we are committed to empowering and developing our people, and we're looking for a dynamic and driven individual to join our People & Culture Team as a People & Culture Business Partner. Your Role As our next People & Culture Business Partner, at Murdoch University, you will play a pivotal role in building the Murdoch brand through engagement, development, and support for our exceptional executives, academics, and researchers. You will have the opportunity to make a real impact by shaping the university's future and contributing to the success of our community. Your key responsibilities: Leadership Programs: Support leadership development initiatives to nurture the growth of our leaders. Strategic HR Advice: Provide strategic guidance on workforce planning, job design, recruitment, and onboarding. Employee Relations: Manage employee relations matters, conflict resolution, and advocate for staff concerns. Performance Management: Implement performance management processes that drive excellence and growth. What you'll bring to this role As the star candidate you are passionate about driving positive change, protecting the University's interests, reducing turnover, and maintaining a highly engaged workforce. You will have: A degree in an area of HRM or relevant discipline, with substantial experience in HR partnering, In-depth understanding of legislative and industrial framework, Experience in advising on complex employee relations matters, organisational change programs and other human resource issues; and, Strong organisational skills with a problem-solving mindset. Please note, the successful candidate will be required to provide a current National Police Clearance. Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applicants must have valid work rights. Why choose a career at Murdoch University? You will be part of a vibrant and talented team highly skilled HR professionals, working in an innovative and lively university community and enjoy the benefits that come with working at Murdoch. Our people enjoy a lively, natural campus and world-class facilities, as well as a range of benefits including: Work-life-balance, avoid the city commute with our convenient campus location and onsite parking! Flexible work arrangements - and hybrid model with the ability to WFH 1-2 days a week! Salary packaging options Employee Assistance Program On Campus Services and Facilities, including a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital and Chiropractic Clinic To Apply Please apply by submitting the documents below: A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description) Your most recent resume (CV) Please view the position description here. Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted. Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process. Position contact: Sue Hampstead, People Services Manager. Closing date: 3 May 2024 (11:59pm AWST) The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.