Human Resources Business Partner – Maternity Leave Cover

Journey Beyond

. Provide day-to-day HR advice and support across recruitment, onboarding, development, performance, engagement, retention and offboarding .

Posted 10/10/2026contractAdelaide • AustraliaMid-LevelSenior💰 A$90,000 - A$110,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HR advisory and business partnering, with a strong focus on employee relations, performance management, and compliance with employment legislation. Proven ability to build relationships, coach leaders, and support HR functions across the employee lifecycle.

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HR Advisory ExperienceEmployee Relations SupportPerformance ManagementStakeholder ManagementHR Generalist Skills

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Hard Skills

RecruitmentOnboardingPerformance ManagementEmployee RelationsIndustrial RelationsHR ReportingWorkforce PlanningHR PoliciesContemporary HR PracticesEmployment Legislation

Soft Skills

CommunicationCoachingRelationship-BuildingCollaborationConfidentiality

Certifications & Qualifications

Qualifications in Human Resources

Industry Keywords

HR Business PartnerEmployee LifecycleOperational EnvironmentHR AdministrationLabour Requirements

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide day-to-day HR advice and support across recruitment, onboarding, development, performance, engagement, retention and offboarding
Partner with the General Manager and operational leaders to deliver people priorities and practical outcomes
Build trusted relationships with leaders, employees and key stakeholders
Coach leaders in applying HR policies, procedures and sound people practices
Provide advice and case support on performance, conduct, grievances, employee relations and industrial relations matters
Support recruitment, selection, offers and effective onboarding in partnership with Talent Acquisition and leaders
Provide accurate people information and advice for workforce planning, resourcing, turnover, leave and labour requirements
Support employee development and engagement activities
Prepare operational HR reporting and maintain accurate employee records, systems and documentation
Handle sensitive employee information with discretion and confidentiality
Perform HR office administration and travel as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Qualifications in Human Resources or a related discipline
Proven experience in a Senior HR Advisory or HR Business Partner role
Strong HR generalist experience across the full employee lifecycle
Demonstrated experience providing practical advice and case support on employee relations, industrial relations and performance matters
Experience supporting leaders in a fast-paced operational environment
Sound knowledge of contemporary HR practices, employment legislation and relevant industrial instruments
Strong communication, coaching, relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage priorities and deadlines while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality and follow-through
Collaborative approach and ability to work effectively within a national HR team

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous discounts on Journey Beyond travel and experiences
Study Assistance Policy
Employee Referral Policy
Parental Leave program
Purchased Leave policy
Private Health discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Discounts on Journey Beyond merchandise
Flexible working environment