Strategic HR Partner (Contract) – SA Public Sector

Chandler Macleod; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Chandler Macleod is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner in Adelaide to provide strategic HR services and expert advise to leaders and staff. The role focuses on workforce planning, policy development, and strengthening partnerships across the organisation.

Applicants should have post-secondary HR qualifications and proven experience in change management, reporting, and complex HR issues within the public or private sector.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership in HR and people management issues.
• Experience advising management on staff development and complex HR matters.
• Ability to build collaborative relationships and partnerships with clients.
• Strong writing and reporting skills for complex executive reports.
• Experience interpreting awards, legislation and policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic HR services to support business goals.
• Offer expert HR advice to leaders and staff.
• Support workforce planning and strategy development.
• Drive continuous improvement across the HR function.
• Build strong relationships with managers and staff.

Skills

Strategic HR leadership

Stakeholder management

Verbal communication

Negotiation

Report writing

Problem solving

Investigations

Project management

Independence

Education

Post-secondary qualification in HRM

Job description

Chandler Macleod is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner in Adelaide to provide strategic HR services and expert advise to leaders and staff. The role focuses on workforce planning, policy development, and strengthening partnerships across the organisation.

Applicants should have post-secondary HR qualifications and proven experience in change management, reporting, and complex HR issues within the public or private sector.