Human Resources Partner

• Full time, 12 month fixed term opportunity, for a HR Partnering professional to provide strategic HR expertise and advice in support of your client’s business objectives and the University’s strategy
• Collaborate with the other HR Centres of Expertise to deliver an integrated service offering to The University
• Base Salary $152,045 + 17% superannuation 

                                                                                                   

About the opportunity

The HR Partnering function strives to achieve an integrated service offering aligned with the University’s ambitious workforce strategy and organisational design objectives.To support continuity of client service over a period of internal movements within the HR Partnering team, we are seeking interest for experienced HR or Senior HR Partners to support key leaders. Instilling your solutions-focused approach, you will deploy strategic, contemporary HR expertise enabling the delivery of world-class educational and research outcomes.

Whilst we are currently recruiting for one HR partnering position in the Faculty of Medicine and Health, we are in a period of transition at the University, and we may have further opportunities across the HR Partnering team such as further Senior HR Partner and HR Partner vacancies across various portfolios, if you are interested in being considered for both levels, please note this on your cover letter.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• take a lead role in collaborating with peers across the other HR Centres of Expertise, in designing and presenting robust and client-focused solutions
• develop tailored strategic and operational solutions for executive leaders across your client group spanning areas of talent and succession management, workforce planning, organisational design, reward and recognition and workplace culture
• act as the change lead for your client base, supporting with workforce plans and ensuring the most appropriate organisational design is in place to deliver on strategy
• support the Senior Manager and Associate Director in leading initiatives to build capability within the HR workforce which includes effective delegation, coaching and implementation of industry best practice frameworks, technology and processes.

About you

• extensive experience as a senior HR professional within a large and multifaceted organisation (ideally within a tertiary environment of within a Centre of Expertise model)
• experience providing senior HR support within medical, health or allied health industries is highly desirable
• significant change management and project delivery experience across various HR capabilities and processes
• a high degree of capability working with and interpreting complex Industrial elements, enterprise agreements, awards and relevant policies
• elevated ability to build and manage trusted client relationships with tact and professionalism at the senior level
• exceptional partnering skills as you will be liaising with the wider HR Partnering team and other HR functions to ensure a collaborative and consistent approach to service delivery
• highly developed influencing skills in relation to external stakeholders, including government bodies, union groups and university sector groups to drive positive outcomes in the interest of the University.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks and declarations 

  Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University.  Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion. 

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.  

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Victoria Ford-Rogers, Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected]

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Applications Close

Wednesday 19 August 2026 11:59 PM