People & Culture Co-Ordinator/Advisor | Law firm

Legal People; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Staff benefits

Corporate discounts

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Legal People in Melbourne's CBD is seeking an experienced HR generalist with a focus on Learning & Development, Organisational Development and DEI to join the People & Culture team. You will shape and coordinate strategy, partner with stakeholders across the firm, and drive practical programs that enhance capability and inclusion.

The role offers hybrid working options, competitive salary, and a broad range of staff benefits, including formal L&D programs and wellbeing initiatives.

Job description

Enjoy strategic & practical advisory work with a focus on L&D, OD & DEI. Make a difference | CBD | Great $$ | Highly respected law firm | Hybrid role

• Enjoy strategic & practical advisory work | Highly respected law firm | CBD
• Excellent Salary | Hybrid | Fantastic benefits & staff perks
• L&D, OD & DEI focus | Collegiate, supportive and social team

About the role

This is a newly created role to support the growth of this thriving and highly regarded law firm.

This role will focus on Learning & Development, Organisational Development and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion ('DEI') and you will be a valued member of the People & Culture Department where you will support and coordinate the strategy and program of work. This will include partnering with groups and stakeholders across the firm, providing practical advice, and supporting Learning & Development and Health & Wellbeing initiatives.

What's on offer

On offer is the opportunity to grow and consolidate your career with a highly regarded and long-standing Melbourne firm. They are offering an attractive salary package (commensurate with experience) and flexible and hybrid work options. You will also enjoy an impressive range of staff benefits such as corporate discounts, purchased annual leave options, formal Learning & Development programs, end of trip facilities and lots of social and Health & Wellbeing focused activities.

Duties

Some of your responsibilities will include:-

• Coordinate and oversee the program of work
• Advise on best practice approaches (e.g. inclusive design, accessibility and engagement)
• Partner with groups/teams to develop, plan and deliver initiatives and events
• Ensure firm policies, processes and employee lifecycle activities are up to date
• Contribute to external reporting and benchmarking
• Support Learning & Development through assisting with DEI-related training, reviewing training materials and assessing programs for accessibility standards
• Assistwith organising Health & Wellbeing initiatives and compliance training

Skills and experience

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in a generalist Human Resources role, ideally within professional services, together with a genuine interest in Learning & Development, Organisational Development and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion.

You will hold a tertiary qualification in Human Resource Management or a related discipline, with additional experience or exposure to Learning & Development highly regarded.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced P&C Coordinator ready to take the next step into an Advisor-level role, broaden their experience and further develop their career.

You will also be able to demonstrate:-

• Excellent organisational and coordination skills with strong attention to detail
• Good understanding of inclusive learning practices
• Ability to effectively prioritise duties and multi-task
• Solid communication (written and verbal) and relationship management skills
• Flexible, solutions-oriented and client-focus approach to work

About the firm

Our client is a progressive and highly regarded CBD law practice known for their friendly, inclusive and collaborative work environment. They are widely regarded as a top rate employer and take pride in maintaining this reputation!