Human Resources Business Partner – 12‑month Contract (Part‑time)

About the role

This 12‑month fixed‑term position offers a senior HR advisory role within a large, complex public‑sector organisation in Sydney. Working Wednesday to Friday, you will act as a trusted partner to business units, providing strategic people advice, managing complex employee and industrial relations matters, and driving cultural and performance outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• Provide expert HR generalist advice to corporate clients and key business units across the organisation.
• Manage employee and industrial relations matters end‑to‑end, including complex casework, performance issues, misconduct and grievance handling.
• Partner with specialist teams such as Recruitment, Learning & Development, Diversity & Inclusion, WHS and Payroll.
• Lead and contribute to change‑management initiatives using established organisational change frameworks.
• Design and implement HR solutions that deliver measurable people and organisational outcomes.
• Embed cultural values through targeted initiatives and coaching of managers and employees.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or a related discipline (degree or diploma).
• Proven HR generalist experience within large or complex organisations, especially with corporate client groups.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex casework including performance, misconduct and grievances.
• Consultative, relationship‑driven approach with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Comfortable working autonomously in a part‑time capacity and managing competing priorities.

Required skills

• Sound knowledge of relevant legislative and industrial frameworks (Awards, Enterprise Agreements, Fair Work Act).

What we offer

• 12‑month fixed‑term contract, part‑time (Wednesday‑Friday) with genuine flexibility.
• Competitive remuneration of $150,000 per annum plus superannuation (pro‑rated).
• Opportunity to influence people strategy within a large public‑sector organisation.