People and Culture Advisor

City of Stonnington is a child safe and equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment and a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. We actively encourage applicants from an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, people living with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to explore the opportunity of a career at the City of Stonnington.
Here at the City of Stonnington we aspire to be a leading local government authority and to do this we need the very best people who share our belief in community and who want to make a difference. We value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. We provide an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to thrive and be authentic. There is a variety of benefits available for our people have a look at “ ”.
If you have any support or access requirements, or would like to speak to someone about employment or an alternative processes, please contact Council's Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333.
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Job Description
As the vibrant People & Culture Advisor, you'll be the heartbeat of the People Directorate! Dive into a dynamic role, leading the charge as the go-to contact. Collaborate across all levels, igniting innovation in diverse HR functions and services. Get ready for a thrilling journey of redefining workplace dynamics!
Some of your daily tasks will include:

• Offering specialized guidance and counsel regarding Award and EA terms, employment conditions, legislative mandates, as well as diverse People Policies and procedures.
• Offering guidance and overseeing a range of People-related applications, including but not limited to parental leave, purchased leave, staff development plans, probations, and more.
• Reporting and analysis on data from HRIS (Aurion) and online People systems (Elmo)
• Cultivating and sustaining positive relationships with People team customers to foster open communication, ensure compliance, and enhance overall effectiveness and efficiency.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date organisational information data (eg processing re-structures) and employee information data (eg acting arrangements; changes to employment status)
• Processing new starters and terminations, and providing advice to line managers on the application of the relevant policies and procedures

This is a generalist HR role where you will have the opportunity to work with Payroll, Employee Relations, Organisational Development, Talent Acquisition, Safety and Risk. The role has an annual salary of $79k to $90k per annum + 11% super + a monthly day off arrangement.
You are based within our bright, modern and sustainable 311 Glenferrie Road office on the corner of High Street and Glenferrie Road in Malvern where boutique stores, cafes and health clubs are in abundance. From the office you can easily walk to Malvern Gardens, High Street Armadale or Glenferrie Road. Malvern and Armadale Train Station are a short walk away and tram stops are out the front of the building
Desired Skills and Experience
We value continuous improvement, and we seek an individual with a track record of enhancing practices and innovating to discover new and improved ways of working.
Additionally, we're looking for someone with:

• A proactive attitude and demonstrated problem solving skills
• Previous experience in HR and in providing advice and guidance on a range of HR processes, policies and legislation, with a tertiary qualification in a HR related field
• Passion for providing exceptional customer service, with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and clearly
• Demonstrating the capacity for creative thinking and possessing sound judgment to navigate the most appropriate course of action.
• Excellent time management and prioritisation skills, and confidence in using systems and technology

Enquiries
For enquiries relating to the role, please contact Theo Va'a - Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor on or
For enquiries relating to the system and the application process, please contact a member of the Talent Acquisition team on 8290 1333.
Submitting your application
Please use your cover letter to demonstrate to us that you have what is needed to 'thrive' (as noted in the Success Profile) and to tell us more about you and why you want to want to work for us.
Successful candidates will be required to provide acceptable evidence of their vaccination
To be eligible to apply for this position you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa.
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