People and Culture Advisor

New Horizons; New South Wales; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible scheduling

Extra annual leave

Job summary

New Horizons in New South Wales is seeking a People & Culture Advisor to support the wider People & Culture team across day-to-day HR matters. You will develop knowledge across the employee lifecycle with guidance from experienced Business Partners.

You’ll work with managers and staff, handle employee documentation, and help implement policies and processes. A foundation in HR and a proactive, collaborative approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Foundation in HR or related discipline, or working towards them.
• Experience in HR, People & Culture, recruitment or related role.
• Understanding of general HR practices and the employee lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Respond to day-to-day People & Culture inquiries.
• Provide practical support to managers and employees.
• Support employee lifecycle activities and employment changes.
• Assist with employee documentation and correspondence.
• Support consistent application of policies and HR processes.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems.
• Assist with employee relations and workplace matters with team support.
• Contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build positive relationships with leaders and stakeholders.
• Support workplace safety, wellbeing and compliance activities.

Skills

Organisational skills

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

HR practices

Employee lifecycle

Stakeholder engagement

Confidentiality

Proactive attitude

Education

Human Resources qualification

Tools

HR systems

Job description

About us

With over 55 years of experience, New Horizons is a leading provider of disability, aged care, and community support services, committed to empowering individuals to live their best lives.

Why work with us

Above award pay and great benefits

Your work matters. And so does your pay. At New Horizons, enjoy above-award pay, penalty rates, and salary packaging options that can increase your take home pay by up to $15,900. Plus, get an additional $2,650 for entertainment expenses, access to novated leasing, paid parental leave, and for full-time employees, RDOs.

Grow with us

Did you know our CEO Luke Buckley started out as a support worker with us, 15 years ago? That’s proof your career can go anywhere here. We invest in your future with ongoing training and mentoring, clear career advancement pathways, opportunities to specialise in aged care and disability support, and a rewards and recognition program that celebrates your wins.

Perks for your wellbeing

On top of meaningful work, you’ll enjoy extras like Fitness Passport and our confidential Employee Assistance Program, giving you access to fitness, counselling, and wellbeing support when you need it.

Work your way

At New Horizons, you’ll get flexible scheduling and work arrangements that support a healthy work-life balance. You can also purchase extra annual leave, and if you work 10 weekends a year, you’ll enjoy an additional week of leave on top.

A supportive community

Join a collaborative and respectful team, where diversity is celebrated and every individual is valued. Build meaningful relationships with clients and their families, fostering belonging and making a real difference in the community.

Strong leadership

At New Horizons, you’ll be backed by experienced leaders who put your success and well-being first. With tailored coaching and mentoring, you’ll have the support you need to grow and thrive.

About the Role

As a People & Culture Advisor, you’ll support the wider People & Culture team and assist managers and employees across a variety of day-to-day HR matters. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your knowledge and confidence across the employee lifecycle while receiving support from experienced People & Culture Business Partners.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Responding to day-to-day People & Culture enquiries
• Providing practical support to managers and employees
• Supporting employee lifecycle activities and employment changes
• Assisting with employee documentation and correspondence
• Supporting the consistent application of policies, procedures and people processes
• Maintaining accurate employee records and supporting HR systems administration
• Assisting with employee relations and workplace matters, with support from experienced team members
• Contributing to HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives
• Building positive relationships with leaders and stakeholders across the organisation
• Supporting workplace safety, wellbeing and compliance activities

About You

You don’t need to be an established HR Advisor to be successful in this role. We’re looking for someone with a foundation in HR, a willingness to learn and a genuine interest in developing a career in People & Culture.

• Qualifications in Human Resources or a related discipline, or be working towards them
• Previous experience in an HR, People & Culture, recruitment or similar people-focused role
• An understanding of general HR practices and the employee lifecycle
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to handle information professionally and confidentially
• Confidence building relationships with a range of stakeholders
• Experience using Microsoft Office applications and exposure to HR systems
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn
• A collaborative and customer-focused approach
• Most importantly, you’ll be curious, approachable and keen to develop your HR knowledge in a supportive environment.

Compliance Requirements

The successful applicant will be required to meet relevant pre-employment requirements, including:

• National Criminal History Check
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Working with Children Check
• Current NSW Driver Licence
• Right to Work in Australia

Ready to Take the Next Step in Your HR Career?

If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow your HR career, gain hands‑on experience and learn from an experienced People & Culture team, this could be the opportunity for you.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

IMPORTANT: New Horizons is an equal Opportunity Employer, and our people represent the community which we serve. We invite all the applicants to apply, including First Nations People, and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.

New Horizons acknowledges all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional custodians of the land.