Human Resources Business Partner

Korn Ferry; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working

World-class learning programs

Leadership development opportunities

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Korn Ferry is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to join our Australia and New Zealand HR team. This broad, influential role partners with leaders and employees across consulting, digital, executive search, talent acquisition and corporate functions to deliver people strategies that support growth and employee experience.

As a trusted advisor, you will shape organisational effectiveness, guide complex people matters, contribute to high-performance culture, and align with Korn Ferry's

Qualifications

• Experience in a Human Resources Business Partner, Senior HR Advisor or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation; NZ practices a plus.
• Proven ability to coach leaders and influence at multiple levels.
• Experience guiding employee relations and performance management matters.
• Balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to develop and execute people strategies aligned to priorities.
• Provide guidance on employee relations, performance and policy interpretation.
• Coach managers through complex people matters and workforce decisions.
• Deliver talent, succession and workforce planning initiatives.
• Support annual compensation and reward processes.
• Drive engagement, learning and culture initiatives.
• Ensure compliance across Australia and New Zealand.
• Leverage data and insights to inform people-related decisions.

Skills

HR Business Partner

Employee relations

Organisational effectiveness

Coaching leaders

Stakeholder management

Performance management

Compensation & rewards

HR analytics

Strategic partnering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Korn Ferry is a global consulting firm that powers performance. We unlock the potential in people and unleash transformation across businesses by synchronising strategy, operations, and talent to accelerate performance, fuel growth, and inspire a legacy of change.

As the Official Talent & Organizational Consulting Partner of LA28, Korn Ferry is helping to power the nearly 5,000 people behind the Olympic Games, bringing in the right talent, building strong leaders, and shaping the structures and culture that will deliver an unforgettable experience for the world.

Headquartered in Los Angeles, our 17,000+ colleagues serve clients from more than 130 offices globally. Through our five interconnected capabilities, we help organisations solve their most complex people and performance challenges:

• Organizational Strategy
• Assessment and Succession
• Talent Acquisition
• Leadership and Professional Development
• Total Rewards

Our clients span every major industry, united by a shared ambition to achieve lasting impact and to Be More Than.

The Opportunity

We're seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to join our Australia and New Zealand Human Resources team.

This is a broad and influential role, partnering with leaders and employees across Consulting, Digital, Executive Search, Talent Acquisition and Corporate functions. You'll play a key role in delivering people strategies that support business growth while creating an exceptional employee experience.

As a trusted advisor to leaders, you'll help shape organisational effectiveness, guide complex people matters, support talent development, and contribute to a high-performance culture aligned to Korn Ferry's values and business objectives.

What You'll Be Doing

Working closely with business leaders and the broader HR team, you will:

• Partner with leaders to develop and execute people strategies aligned to business priorities.
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations, performance management, policy interpretation and organisational effectiveness.
• Coach and support managers through complex people matters and workforce decisions.
• Deliver talent, succession and workforce planning initiatives.
• Support annual compensation and reward processes.
• Contribute to employee engagement, learning and development, and culture initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and internal policies across Australia and New Zealand.
• Drive continuous improvement across HR programs, processes and employee experiences.
• Leverage data and insights to inform people-related decisions and recommendations.

About You

You are a commercially minded HR professional who enjoys building trusted relationships and influencing outcomes.

You'll bring:

• Demonstrated experience in a Human Resources Business Partner, Senior HR Advisor or similar role.
• Strong working knowledge of Australian employment legislation, with exposure to New Zealand employment practices highly regarded.
• Proven ability to coach and influence leaders at multiple levels.
• Experience managing employee relations and performance management matters.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to balance strategic thinking with hands‑on execution.
• Excellent communication, judgement and problem‑solving capability.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Business or a related discipline.

Why Join Korn Ferry?

At Korn Ferry, you'll work alongside talented colleagues who are passionate about helping organisations and individuals realise their potential.

We offer:

• A truly global organisation with exceptional career development opportunities.
• Exposure to a diverse and dynamic professional services environment.
• Meaningful work that influences people, culture and business performance.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Access to world‑class learning, development and leadership programs.
• An inclusive culture where diverse perspectives are valued and encouraged.
• The opportunity to contribute to work that shapes the future of organisations across the globe.