HR Business Partner (12 month fixed term contract)

Work Type:

Location:

Sydney - NSW 

  • Barangaroo location, Sydney
  • Hybrid working 3 days in the office | Great culture
  • 12 month fixed term contract
About Them
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an HR Business Partner to join a respected professional services organisation in Sydney CBD on a 12-month fixed-term contract covering parental leave.

About the Role
Supporting a national client group of approximately 100 employees, this role offers a broad mix of business partnering, employee relations, talent initiatives and project work. You'll work closely with senior leaders and play a key role in delivering people solutions that support both immediate business needs and longer-term organisational objectives.

This is an ideal opportunity for an emerging HR professional who enjoys operating in a hands-on partnering role and is looking to further develop their experience within a sophisticated, fast-paced and relationship-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Partner with leaders to provide practical HR advice and support
  • Manage employee relations and performance management matters
  • Support talent, workforce and succession initiatives
  • Assist with recruitment and talent acquisition activities
  • Contribute to organisational change and transformation projects
  • Support HR system and process improvement initiatives
  • Participate in broader people and culture programs across the business
  • Provide guidance on health, safety and employee wellbeing matters
About You
You will bring:
  • 3 -4  years' experience in a HRBP capacity
  • Experience within professional services, consulting, legal, accounting or partnership-based environments
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills
  • Confidence managing employee relations and performance conversations
  • A proactive and self-sufficient approach
  • Excellent communication and organisational skills
  • A genuine interest in partnering with the business while remaining happy to roll up your sleeves operationally
About Culture & Benefits
  • Exposure to a highly regarded professional services environment
  • A genuine HR Business Partner role with ownership of a client group
  • A blend of BAU HR and strategic project work
  • Significant exposure to organisational change and transformation initiatives
  • Supportive leadership and access to experienced HR professionals
  • Hybrid working arrangements
  • Potential for longer-term opportunities beyond the initial contract period

If you're looking for a role where you can broaden your HRBP capability, work closely with senior stakeholders and gain exposure to meaningful organisational projects, we'd love to hear from you.
 
About Applying
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For specific questions about this role, please contact Vicki Treeby at vtreeby@thenextstep.com.au

Reference Number:

4083911

Date Published:

12-Oct-2026

Contact Name:

Vicki Treeby

Contact Email:

vtreeby@thenextstep.com.au


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