Human Resources Business Partner

About Dentons Australia

Dentons is the worlds largest law firm with more than 20000 people across 80 Australia youll work for a team that is proud to be recognised for our commitment to excellence inclusion and innovation:

• 5Star Employer of Choice 2025 Awarded by Australasian Lawyer for Talent Development & Leadership thanks to our structured learning programs and inclusive career pathways.
• First large law firm in Australia to achieve a 0% median gender pay gap A milestone reached in May 2025 through our Gender 360 Strategy and flexible work policies.

These achievements reflect our dedication to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

About the Role

We seek a Human Resources Business Partner to join our Sydney team on a 12-month maximum term contract commencing February 2026. In this role youll work closely with the HR Director and broader HR team to deliver high-quality day-to-day business and strategic support. Youll help implement people strategies and practices that align with the Firms objectives and continually enhance HRs contribution to the business.

Youll be part of a national team that thrives on collaboration innovation and a challenge accepted mindset. We are passionate about being the best HR professionals in the legal industry balancing flexibility and wellbeing with high performance.

This is a pivotal role for someone who wants to influence people strategy and partner with leaders to drive meaningful change. Youll join a team that values agility creativity and a genuine commitment to inclusion.
Ben Carter HR Director

Key Responsibilities

• Build trusted partnerships with senior leaders across national business units.
• Act as HR Business Partner for a diverse portfolio.
• Manage the employee lifecycle and performance appraisal processes.
• Lead annual remuneration reviews and provide commercial employee relations advice.
• Coach leaders on managing people and performance issues.
• Support change management strategies to improve business performance.
• Collaborate with the HR Director on projects and strategic initiatives.
• Drive learning and development programs in partnership with L&D.
• Ensure HR policies remain current and compliant.
• Facilitate firm-wide training sessions and succession planning.
• Champion WHS wellbeing and inclusion initiatives.

What Youll Bring

• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or senior advisor (professional services experience desirable).
• Strong judgment in people management and confident decision-making.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Knowledge of Fair Work Act 2009 and relevant awards.
• Ability to work under pressure with discretion and integrity.

Why Dentons

Were committed to supporting your whole self and future ambitions:

• Competitive salary incentives
• Income protection insurance for permanent staff or contracts 6 months
• Salary packaging & novated leasing
• 5 bonus leave days after year one plus flexible additional leave
• Equal family leave for all families including kinship groups
• Floating public holidays for cultural days of significance
• Exclusive retail discounts
• Collaborative offices on Gadigal land
• Continuous learning mentoring health and wellbeing programs
• Agile and flexible work arrangements
• Vibrant social & diversity initiatives

How to Apply

Submit your CV and cover letter via our online portal. For enquiries only contact Kirstin Usher at . Applications by email will not be accepted.

Agency Submissions: Only accepted when initiated by our Recruitment Team. Unsolicited introductions will not be considered.

Join Dentons HR team and take your career to new heights under the guidance of 2025 HRD Top 100 leader Ben Carter in a firm that values expertise inclusion and long-term impact.