HR Business Partner

About the Opportunity

The HR Business Partner is a trusted advisor who collaborates with Griffith Universitys leadership to deliver effective and efficient HR services. This role supports the Senior HR Business Partner in implementing people strategies that enhance workforce capability engagement and compliance. The HR Business Partner leverages data and HR best practices to provide solutions that align with the Universitys strategic goals.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Partner with the Senior HR Business Partner to execute on key workforce operational activities
• Provide timely and practical advice on employee related issues (e.g performance management case management conflict resolution coaching)
• Support workforce planning activities & contribute to change management initiatives 
• Promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture 
• Maintain accurate and compliant HR Records
• Contribute to HR projects and initiatives & collaborate with internal stakeholders 
• Influencing leaders across the University to foster a culture of belonging integrity and commitment

What you will bring to this role

• Knowledge of contemporary human resource practices and related legislation and industrial instruments
• Demonstrated ability to provide advice and manage the full range of HR issues
• High level communication interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Exceptional computer literacy with an ability to use complex HRIS and related reporting/analytics tools
• A degree in Human Resource Management or a related field and relevant knowledge and experience in human resource management and industrial relations in a diverse and complex organisation.

What we can offer

This is a full time fixed term opportunity for 6 months based primary at the Brisbane South (Nathan) campus. As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations

Griffith Universitys campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul Yuggera Jagera Turrbal Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary

HEW 8 Salary Base range - $117579.27 - $132273.33 17% super. Full package range - $137567.74 - $154759.79.

Additional Information :

Why join Griffith 
 
As a values-led organisation at Griffith University weve worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer: 

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities 

• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment 

• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts 

• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading 

• Support with future learning opportunities through our educational staff assistance scheme 

• Opportunities for internal mobility 

• Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives on campus Gym facilities 

At Griffith were committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever youre from. If you require any accommodations we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit ourEquity Diversity and  University is committed to fostering a safe respectful and inclusive community for alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025) Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information please refer to GriffithsModern Slavery Policy. 

How to apply 

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following: 

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role please refer to the qualifications above and the position description.

• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details 

For application and recruitment advice please reach out to Laura Whitworth Talent Acquisition Partner on  

Closing date: Sunday 24th May at 11:59pm. All applications must be submitted online.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time