HR Business Partner – Corporate

Uniting; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Supportive team

HR projects

Diversity & inclusion

Career development

Job summary

Uniting NSW.ACT is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to work with senior leaders across a diverse portfolio. You will provide practical HR advice, coaching and insights to address workforce challenges and deliver on organisational priorities.

In this hybrid role, you’ll build strong relationships, support key people projects and contribute to workforce planning, performance management and employee engagement across the business.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years’ HRBP or HR generalist experience.
• Strong HR generalist knowledge and business partnering.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong administration, organisation and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work autonomously.
• Proactive, can-do attitude and willingness to get involved.
• Strong systems capability.
• Degree in HR, Business or related discipline.
• Knowledge of current employment legislation and HR best practice.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior leaders to provide trusted HR advice, coaching and guidance.
• Develop and implement people strategies aligned with business and workforce priorities.
• Analyse workforce data and research to identify trends, risks and opportunities, providing practical recommendations.
• Provide HR support across performance, employee relations, change management, workforce planning and employee engagement.
• Support and deliver people projects, including organisational change and workforce initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with HR specialists to develop and implement effective people solutions.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, systems and ways of working.
• Maintain accurate HR information and contribute to a safe, supportive and inclusive workplace.

Skills

HR Business Partner

HR Generalist

Stakeholder management

Communication

Organisational skills

HR systems

Education

Degree in HR/Business

Tools

HRIS

MS Office

Job description

Location: Sydney CBD / Parramatta
Employment Type: Full-time
Work Arrangement: Hybrid

ABOUT THE ROLE

Join Uniting’s People & Culture team as an HR Business Partner and become a trusted partner to senior leaders across a diverse and complex portfolio.

You’ll provide practical HR advice, coaching and insights to help leaders navigate workforce challenges, strengthen their teams and deliver on organisational priorities. This is a hands‑on opportunity to contribute to people strategies, projects and continuous improvement while building strong relationships across the organisation.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Partner with senior leaders to provide trusted HR advice, coaching and guidance.
• Develop and implement people strategies aligned with business and workforce priorities.
• Analyse workforce data and research to identify trends, risks and opportunities, providing practical recommendations.
• Provide HR support across performance, employee relations, change management, workforce planning and employee engagement.
• Support and deliver people projects, including organisational change and workforce initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with HR specialists to develop and implement effective people solutions.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, systems and ways of working.
• Maintain accurate HR information and contribute to a safe, supportive and inclusive workplace.

ABOUT YOU

You’re an adaptable and proactive HR professional who enjoys working in a fast‑paced and varied environment. You’re comfortable working independently, building relationships and taking ownership of your work.

You’ll bring:

• 3–4 years’ experience in an HR Business Partner or similar HR generalist role.
• Strong HR generalist knowledge and business partnering capability.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Strong administration, organisation and attention to detail.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work autonomously.
• A proactive, can‑do attitude and willingness to get involved.
• Strong systems capability.
• A relevant qualification in Human Resources, Business or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of current employment legislation and HR best practice.

WHAT UNITING OFFERS

At Uniting, you’ll be part of a purpose‑driven organisation where your work contributes to positive outcomes for people and communities.

We offer:

• Salary packaging benefits that can increase your take‑home pay.
• A supportive and collaborative People & Culture team.
• Opportunities to work across meaningful HR projects and initiatives.
• A diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued.
• Opportunities to develop your HR career within a large, purpose‑driven organisation.

ABOUT UNITING

Uniting NSW.ACT contributes to the work and mission of the Uniting Church in NSW and the ACT through social justice advocacy, community services and spiritual care. We provide care and support for people through all ages and stages of life, with a focus on people experiencing disadvantage and vulnerability.

Our purpose is to inspire people, enliven communities and confront injustice.

Uniting is a Child Safe Organisation committed to promoting the safety, well‑being and inclusion of children and young people.

EMPOWERED BY DIVERSITY

At Uniting, inclusion isn’t just something we value – it’s how we work. Our culture and practice reflect the vibrant diversity of our colleagues, and the clients and communities we serve.