HR Adviser

• Full-time Permanent position based in Sydney CDB
• Hybrid work model  
• Opportunity to provide end-to-end HR advisory support, influencing best practices and policy adherence. 
• Collaborate closely with leadership to develop tools and workshops, enhancing capability development across the organisation. 
• Contribute to strategic HR initiatives, leveraging data-driven insights and continuous improvement to drive organisational success. 
• Base Salary + Super and NFP Salary Packaging Benefits (extra $18,550 tax-free) – Take home more pay. 

About Uniting: 

At Uniting, we believe in taking real steps to make the world a better place. We work to inspire people, enliven communities, and confront injustice. We are imaginative, respectful, compassionate, and bold.  

Role Purpose: 

This role is responsible for supporting the delivery of HR advisory services across all of Uniting. You will be an active and contributing member of the wider People and Culture team.  

Key Responsibilities: 

You will be an integral member of the People and Culture team within the People Experience directorate through the following: 

• Analysing pertinent research and operational data. 
• Supporting leaders in evaluating and integrating received information. 
• Coordinating and maintaining team management systems with regular data updates. 
• Providing relevant data for budgeting, team operations, and regular reporting. 
• Conducting specialised studies to offer insights into team and organisational operations. 
• Promoting and adhering to safe work practices and WHS legislation. 
• Contributing to a supportive and inclusive work environment that embraces diversity in nationality, cultural background, LGBTIQ+ status, abilities, gender, and age. 

As the HR Advisor, your role specifically will: 

• Manage cases from start to finish, providing comprehensive support. 
• Offer consistent HR guidance and coaching to supervisors and leaders, adhering to best practices, legislative guidelines, and Uniting policies. 
• Compile and assess information and materials from the organisation, drafting correspondence and overseeing performance management and conduct processes. 
• Aid in enhancing the skills of leaders through the creation of tools and workshops. 
• Contribute insights to other People Experience or Uniting teams for improvement initiatives. 
• Implement HR solutions that align with Uniting’s strategic objectives. 
• Support project planning in HR Advisory roles and identify opportunities for continuous improvement. 
• Assist in building a knowledge bank by developing training resources and capability sessions. 
• Manage data collection and reporting duties, including monthly reports and trend analysis. 

Qualifications and Experience: 

Qualifications: 

• A bachelor’s or graduate degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Experience: 

This is a specialist role typically requiring 3 or more years’ experience. This includes management of workplace investigations, and interpretation of Enterprise Agreements and Modern Awards. 

You will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, be organised, systematic, thorough, accurate and disciplined. 

• Ability to solve complex problems identifying solutions. 
• Effective team player and networker. 
• Ability to conduct in-depth data analyses, recognise trends, tie back to business priorities, and develop recommendations for cross-functional groups of stakeholders. 
• Client-centric mindset and high level of empathy. 
• Knowledge of HR policies, practices and employment legislation. 
• Effective time management skills, including the ability to influence others to a desired outcome. 

Even better: 

• Previous experience within the not-for-profit environment 

To review the role responsibilities in greater detail please review the comprehensive Position Description by clicking on the link (HR Advisor) 

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. 
• Access to Fitness Passport – Live your best life. 
• A supportive and inclusive and collaborative work environment. 
• Opportunities for professional growth. 
• Purchase of additional leave. 

How to apply: 

Send your CV and a brief cover letter highlighting why this role appeals to you – Applications reviewed upon receipt. 

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of children and young people. We also celebrate the diversity of ability, age, ethnicity, faith, sexual orientation, intersex variation, or gender identity and always welcome everyone exactly as they are.