People & Culture Business Partner

Work Type:

Location:

Melbourne - VIC 

  • Burwood location, free onsite parking.
  • Permanent position | Circa $120K base + 5 weeks AL
  • Open to part time hours.
The Organisation
Empowering their students to grow, strive academically and shine within a values-led community, this College holds a long standing reputation for academic excellence through a holistic approach to learning. With a strong focus on care, service, integrity and continuous improvement, they foster a collaborative and inclusive culture where individuals can make a meaningful impact.  
  
Your Role
As People & Culture Business Partner, you will be a trusted advisor to leaders across the College, providing high-quality support across the full employee lifecycle to deliver practical, compliant and people-focused solutions that enable leaders and the College to succeed.
  
Key focuses include:
  • Build and maintain trusted relationships with key stakeholders at all levels;  
  • Provide expert advice relating to general people matters and employee and industrial relations, supporting leaders in working towards a proactive approach in this space;
  • Work collaboratively across the People team, contributing positively and championing continuous improvement across processes and ways of working.
About You
An experienced HR professional, you are service oriented and motivated by truly adding value to your stakeholders and the organisation.
  
You will bring:
  • Demonstrated success in People Partnering positions within industrialised environments;
  • Exceptional stakeholder management skills, able to build credibility and coach leaders at all levels;
  • Expert knowledge in employee and industrial relations, capable in managing a range of matters
  • including managing complex casework and providing advice on employment legislation, enterprise agreements and awards;
  • Experience contributing to HR projects, policy development and process improvement initiatives.
Culture & Benefits
Join an organisation where people genuinely make a difference. You'll enjoy:
  • A collaborative and values-driven culture;
  • A variety of HR activities where you can make a meaningful impact;
  • Ongoing professional development, working with a supportive and connected HR team;  
  • 5 weeks annual leave + 5 days ex gratia leave.
Apply online now if this opportunity aligns with your experience and career aspirations.
For more specific questions, contact Janet Muncherji at The Next Step on jmuncherji@thenextstep.com.au. Please submit applications online only, not to this email address.

Reference Number:

4056735

Date Published:

23-Jul-2026

Contact Name:

Janet Muncherji

Contact Email:

jmuncherji@thenextstep.com.au


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