People Advisor

Full time ongoing and maximum term positions (part time considered)
Generalist role with the opportunity to gain broad HR experience
Salary based on experience, range: $75,669 - $97,921 (pro rata) plus super
Up to $15,900 in salary packaging and hybrid WFH and office model
About the role: Reporting to the Manager, Business Partnering, this is a generalist position, working in a collaborative team to ensure that our managers and staff have access to fit-for-purpose advice and resources as they deliver services and programs aimed at improving the lives of Victorians who are experiencing disadvantage.Working alongside and mentored by our People Business Partners, you will:
Build effective relationships and engage with managers and employees, providing support, coaching, education and advice on people-related processes
Interpret and advise on employee entitlements and benefits in line with employment policies, procedures and our enterprise agreement
Provide timely and accurate information relating to a range of HR matters including probation, performance management, training and development, resourcing and FTE management, employee wellbeing and injury management, and employee and workplace relations matters
This role will suit candidates with exceptional client service and a strong ability to coach, consult, influence and problem-solve.This is a hybrid role and is split between our Melbourne office based on Wurundjeri Country and Work from Home.
About you: As our ideal candidate, you will possess:
Strong HR knowledge and demonstrated experience in providing generalist people and culture advice and support.
Ability to form strong working relationships and become a trusted advisor with a portfolio of clients, partnering with them to efficiently achieve outcomes and make sound people-management decisions.
Highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and exercise sound judgement while liaising with a wide range of stakeholders about confidential and sensitive matters.
Detail-oriented, well organised and a critical thinker, you will be capable of formulating in-depth, accurate and tailored advice.
Collaborative approach to working in a team, with flexibility and adaptability to foster a positive and supportive work environment.
Don't meet every requirement? At VLA, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.
About Victoria Legal Aid: We provide legal representation to those who need it most. With over 1000 staff employed in 15 offices across Victoria, we help people with their legal problems by providing information, advice and education with a focus on the prevention and early resolution of legal problems.
Our clients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds and foster a work culture that's inclusive as well as diverse. Your unique ideas and perspectives are valued so that we best represent the people we serve.
Employee benefits:
Focus on work-life balance including flexible working arrangements
Hybrid work from home and office model
Training and professional development opportunities
Excellent salary packaging options including General Expenses up to $15,900, Meals & Entertainment up to $2,650 and Novated Leasing
Opportunity to join Myki Commuter Club (and salary package the cost)
Supportive team environment in modern offices (including free gym and end-of-trip facilities at our CBD office)
How to apply: To be considered for this role, please submit a current resume and completed candidate application form (listed within the file attachments).
If you require adjustment to the recruitment and selection process or need an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our team.
For further information review the attached position description or contact Sally Herreen, Manager, Business Partnering on (03) 9269 0242.
No agency applications will be accepted.
Applications close by 11.59pm on Sunday 28th January 2024
Other relevant information: It is a requirement that staff attend for office-based days at their primary work location. In line with this requirement, interstate applications will be considered only where the candidate is able and willing to relocate to Victoria, unless part of a border community.
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