Hr Advisor

Working at Warakirri Asset Management

Warakirri Asset Management is a multi-boutique asset manager, with a specialist focus on ethical investing, actively managed equities and agriculture. One of the investment vehicles is Warakirri Cropping, which will be one of your client groups. Warakirri Cropping is an Australian owned, safety first, family oriented, innovative large scale cropping organisation. With over 155,000 hectares under management across Australia you will work for a significant grain producer. This role will work across both Warakirri Asset Management and Warakirri Cropping HR matters and projects.   

In your new role with Warakirri as an HR Advisor, you will collaborate with the HR team and key leaders in supporting the ongoing rollout of the People & Culture Strategy and take lead on providing pragmatic HR advice. The Head of HR will be there as your mentor, and you will be key in the coordination and communication of HR cyclical events. You will gain exposure to senior leadership and decision making by being part of the Employer of Choice lead team. The client group comprises approximately 150 FTE.

If you are seeking a role that will provide you exposure, develop your advice and business partnering skills and be a key member in the FY25 HR projects execution this may be the role for you. This position is a 12 month Max Term Contract, with the opportunity to go permanent. The start date is flexible, with a preference of mid-late June 2024.

Your new manager has been with the business for 10 years, and they have remained due to the consistent opportunities for change and the ability to have a significant impact. You will become part of a supportive, dynamic, diverse and ambitious HR team. We enjoy exploring new lunch spots together and continue to debate who has the best coffee café.

What does an HR Advisor at Warakirri Asset Management do?

• Establish and maintain effective relationships managers employees.
• Provide generalist HR support and advise on the application of HR policies and guidelines.
• Highlight and assess systemic issues, proposing broader HR solutions as needed.
• Lead key HR projects and support the implementation of HR strategy as delegated.
• Review and update HR policies and guidelines, ensuring compliance and accessibility.
• Assist in end-to-end employee lifecycle processes, including induction, onboarding, offboarding, and performance reviews.
• Support HR cyclical items, engagement surveys, legislative training refreshers, exit interviews, and HR reporting.
• Support the Head of HR on projects and broader business growth projects outside of Warakirri Cropping

Do you recognise yourself in the following statements?

• Demonstrated experience as an HR advisor/HR Generalist, with a focus on building relationships
• Strong understanding and application of HR policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Experience with HR projects and supporting HR strategy implementation.
• Up-to-date knowledge of Australian HR legislation, compliance requirements, and best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

What makes Warakirri unique?

• Part of a growing organisation which works across multiple business platforms.
• We have a workplace that values inclusion and where everyone is welcome and respected. This results in a caring and supportive team environment. 
• Work-life balance is important to us we have several options, including flexible and remote working arrangements.
• There are several social events throughout the year. Not just for you, but also for your partner and family.
• We will invest in your future by ongoing Learning and Development opportunities.
• Our Employee Assistance Program includes free confidential counselling sessions for employees and their immediate family members for personal or work-related issues.
• We care about your health and wellbeing and have designed a wellbeing calendar with purpose.

You probably want to hit “I'm interested” now, but if you have any additional questions, feel free to reach out to Niki Bosman at ***********@warakirri.com.au or 0439 703 ***.