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• Employment Type: Full time, fixed term contract running until January 2026 
• Remuneration: Level 5/6 $85k- $107k (depending on experience) + 17% super + leave loading 
• Location: Kensington, NSW (Hybrid Working) 

 
About UNSW: 
UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. It’s the reason we’re one of the top 20 universities in the world and a member of Australia’s prestigious Group of Eight. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place. 

About the UNSW Human Resources Business Partnering (HR BP) Team:  
The Human Resources Business Partnering Team plays both an operational and strategic role partnering with people leaders at UNSW in order to enable them to achieve their people strategy and helping to contribute to the meaningful work we do at UNSW. Each Faculty or Division of the University has a dedicated HR BP team led by an HR Business Partner and including HR Consultants and HR Officers. This role is based in the team supporting our professional divisions. 

Why Your Role Matters: 
As HR Officer you will provide dedicated HR administrative and advisory support to your Division/Faculty. Bringing your existing understand of HR practices, you will work across a variety of HR operational tasks that support the employee lifecycle of your client group and also have the opportunity to be part of meaningful HR projects and initiatives. Under the guidance of your HR Consultant, this is a great opportunity to develop your HR career in a large and supportive organisation, where learning and growth is strongly encouraged.  Other responsibilities include: 

• Providing broad HR administrative support in a timely manner 
• Acting as the first point of contact for general HR queries 
• Building strong and effective relationships with stakeholders and colleagues 
• Updating data on the HRIS as required and ensure HR Resources are up-to-date 
• Providing timely HR advice and guidance to managers and employees 
• Interpretation, implementation of the University’s HR policies and procedures 

Who You Are: We're looking for a strong communicator with existing HR generalist experience, this is a diverse role with the opportunity to offer HR administration support and partake in HR project work. You'll have: 

• A relevant degree and previous experience in an HR administration role 
• Excellent stakeholder management with a strong customer service focus 
• Proven ability in multitasking and managing different priorities 
• A positive attitude, proactive and problem-solving mindset 
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, HR practices and processes 
• High attention to detail to accurately draft and prepare HR related documentation 

Further details on the role and responsibilities can be found in a copy of the Position Description linked below or accessed via the posting at JOBS@UNSW. 

Benefits and Culture: 
People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include: 

• Flexible Working Options (work from home, flexible hours etc) 
• Career development opportunities 
• 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments 
• Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period 
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness) 

For further details on the benefits, please visit https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au/lifestyle-benefits 

How to Apply: Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online including: 
- CV 
- Cover letter (noting the skills & experience bullet points found in the position description)  
Please note we will be reviewing applications as received so we encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience, final interest to be submitted prior to Sunday 15 December, 11:55pm. 
Full working rights are required on application, sponsorship is not available for this role 
 
Get in Touch: For information on the recruitment process, please contact Katherine Molloy with questions via:  katherine.molloy@unsw.edu.au   
Please note applications sent directly to the contacts above cannot be accepted.  

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.