Human Resources Manager

Haileybury; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

On-site facilities

Employee leave benefits

Job summary

Haileybury in Melbourne is seeking an HR Manager to lead the HR team. This is a Full-Time, Ongoing (1.0 FTE) role commencing in November 2026, reporting to the Director of HR and Business Planning. You will drive operational HR delivery across the employee lifecycle, systems and practices.

You will advance HR systems and policies, partner with Payroll on wage interpretation, and provide expert employee relations guidance. A hybrid work model is offered with on-site facilities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HR business partnering within a complex environment.
• Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of HRIS, payroll data management and reporting.
• Understanding of National Employment Standards and IR legislation.
• Minimum 5 years progressive HR experience, ideally in education.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day HR operations across the employee lifecycle.
• Oversee HR systems, reporting, policies and processes for compliance.
• Partner with Payroll on wage rates, conditions and contracts.
• Provide guidance on employee and industrial relations, grievances and disputes.
• Contribute to initiatives to attract, develop, retain and reward staff.
• Act as trusted HR Business Partner with key stakeholder groups.

Skills

HR business partnering

Communication

Stakeholder management

HRIS

Payroll & data mgmt

Planning & organisation

NES & IR knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Job description

Haileybury welcomes applications for the role of HR manager to lead our Human Resources team. This is a Full-Time, Ongoing (1.0 FTE), commencing in November 2026.

Reporting to the Director of HR and Business Planning, the HR Manager will play a key role in leading the operational delivery of the HR function, supporting the team to deliver effective day-to-day HR services, systems and practices.

Key Responsibilities

As the HR Manager, you will:

• Lead day-to-day HR operations across the employee lifecycle, ensuring delivery of strategic HR initiatives and business outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement of HR systems, reporting, policies and processes to enhance compliance, employee experience and the EVP.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure HR documentation, contracts, policies and procedures remain current and compliant.
• Partner with Payroll to oversee Award interpretation and compliance, including wage rates, employment conditions and contractual obligations.
• Provide expert guidance on employee and industrial relations matters, supporting leaders and managing complex grievances and disputes.
• Contribute to initiatives that attract, develop, retain and reward employees across the School.
• Act as a trusted HR Business Partner, maintaining close operational engagement with key stakeholder groups.
• Undertake other duties as required.

About You

At Haileybury we are seeking exceptional people. We are looking for a team player who brings the following skills and experience:

• Proven experience in HR business partnering within a complex, multi-faceted environment.
• Highly developed communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and build strong relationships.
• Adaptable and responsive approach to delivering HR support aligned with organisational values and principles.
• Strong HRIS, payroll and data management expertise.
• Excellent planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Sound knowledge and application of the National Employment Standards and relevant industrial relations legislation.
• Tertiary qualifications in HR or business related disciplined and minimum 5 years of progressive experience in HR function or school leadership role.

Why work for us?

• Competitive salary, with further career development and opportunities.
• Ongoing professional and personal development.
• Excellent on-site facilities, grounds and working environment.
• Supportive, hybrid and flexible work options.
• Employee leave benefits such as paid parental leave and additional personal leave.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Various financial benefits to employees through discount partnership programs and salary packaging options.

Interviews may be conducted prior to the application closing date.

Successful applicants must have the right to work in Australia and either hold, or be willing to obtain, a current National Police Check and an Employee Working With Children Check prior to commencement.

Haileybury is committed to the protection of children and the promotion of a culturally safe and supportive working environment for diverse communities. The successful applicant will be required to satisfy child protection screening and adhere at all times to the schools’ Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, (https://www.haileybury.com.au/policies).

Haileybury is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and create an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.