Senior Business Adviser

Uniting Communities is an organisation that truly values its employees. They are committed to creating a supportive work environment where staff and clients feel valued and can contribute to the success of the organisation. They are dedicated to providing excellent service and are committed to social justice with an unceasing commitment to supporting improvement in the lives of those who most need it.

About the role:

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation that is making a real difference in the community.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, People & Culture, this role presents an enticing opportunity to guide leaders, cultivate high-performing teams, and initiate and support change within the organisation. The successful candidate will be tasked with supporting people activities and initiatives that align with the overarching business strategy. They will also ensure that HR systems, processes, and organisational development initiatives are consistently and effectively maintained.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide guidance and mentor-ship to leaders on staff issues and performance management.
• Ensure leaders act in accordance with policies such as Equal Opportunity, Anti-Discrimination, and Diversity.
• Identify initiatives to cultivate team and leadership skills, behaviours, employee engagement, and internal service standards.
• Support people leaders to ensure that relevant awards and enterprise agreements are correctly applied in operation.
• Assist in the communication, prevention or effective resolution of any People & Culture issue affecting employees.
• Lead disciplinary management/investigation processes with designated business units.
• Work with business unit leaders to implement workforce and succession planning.

Key Requirements:

• Tertiary qualifications in HR, Business, or a related discipline or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in a generalist HR role with a medium to large organisation.
• Proven capacity to operate both operationally and strategically across a range of human resources.
• Excellent collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Strong knowledge of the employment and industrial landscape.
• Experience facilitating workshops and information sessions.

Join Uniting Communities and contribute to their mission of enriching lives and uniting communities, while enjoying a supportive work environment and opportunities for personal and professional growth.


Applications close Wednesday 11th September 2024.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or call Ella Morgan on 08 8216 3553 or Denise Antoniou on 08 8216 3502 for a confidential discussion.