HR Business Partner

Corin Australia; Ku-ring-gai; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Corin Australia is seeking an HR Business Partner for Australia to act as the primary HR partner for 75+ employees, working with leaders and staff to drive growth and a high-performing culture. You will report to the Global HR Director in the UK and join a collaborative Centre of Excellence with HR Operations, Payroll and Recruitment to ensure a seamless employee experience.

You will advise managers on Australian employment law, Modern Awards and employee relations, lead ER cases, support

Qualifications

• Previous HR Business Partner or Senior HR Adviser experience.
• Strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation, Fair Work and Modern Awards.
• Experience guiding managers through complex employee relations matters.
• Experience partnering with leaders in fast-paced environments.
• Bachelor's degree in HR/Business or related field or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Act as trusted advisor and coach to managers and employees.
• Build relationships with stakeholders and support leadership capability.
• Provide guidance on Australian employment law and employee relations.
• Support managers on performance, absence, development and change.
• Lead employee relations cases with fair and compliant outcomes.
• Collaborate with UK-based HR Operations, Payroll and Recruitment teams.
• Support recruitment activity, onboarding and workforce planning.
• Ensure compliance with Australian federal and state employment legislation.
• Maintain HR records and provide data, reporting and insights.

Skills

Communication skills

Influencing skills

Organisational skills

Discretion & attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or related

Job description

As the HR Business Partner for Australia, you will act as the primary HR partner for a workforce of 75+ employees. You'll work closely with leaders and employees across the business, providing expert HR guidance, supporting organisational growth, and helping embed a positive, high-performing culture. Reporting to the Global HR Director in the UK, you'll become part of a collaborative global Centre of Excellence model, working closely with specialist teams in HR Operations, Payroll and Recruitment to deliver a seamless employee experience.

Key responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor and coach to managers and employees across the business
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, supporting leadership capability and employee engagement
• Provide expert guidance on Australian employment legislation, Modern Awards, employee relations matters and HR best practice
• Support managers through a wide range of people matters including performance management, absence management, employee development and organisational change
• Partner with leaders to foster a positive, inclusive and high-performing culture
• Lead and support employee relations cases, ensuring consistent, fair and compliant outcomes
• Work collaboratively with UK-based HR Operations, Payroll and Recruitment teams to deliver an excellent employee experience
• Support recruitment activity, onboarding and workforce planning initiatives
• Ensure compliance with all relevant Australian federal and state employment legislation
• Maintain accurate HR records and provide people data, reporting and insights to support decision-making

About you

• Previous experience in an HR Business Partner or Senior HR Adviser role
• Strong working knowledge of Australian employment legislation, Fair Work requirements and Modern Awards
• Proven experience supporting managers with complex employee relations matters
• Experience partnering with leaders within a fast-paced operational or commercial environment
• The ability to balance business needs with employee experience
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to challenge constructively when required
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Experience using HR systems and producing people-related reporting and insights
• High levels of professionalism, discretion and attention to detail
• A Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business or a related discipline, or equivalent experience

About us

Corin looks beyond the business case for diversity and recognises our differences allow us to thrive and service the needs of our business, employees and the wider community. We empower cultural, disability, LGBTI+, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and gender equality.