People And Culture Business Partner

Job Description:

• Permanent/continuing, Full-time appointment.
• Level 8/9: $107,882 - $133,850 + 17% Superannuation.
• Hybrid Working Arrangement available.

The LocationBeing the third largest city in New South Wales and only an hour from Sydney, Wollongong is a vibrant city that offers the perfect Australian lifestyle.The UniversityAlmost 10,000 students commence at the University of Wollongong (UOW) each year. They are supported by staff working in teaching, research, and professional services, who all play a vital role within the Illawarra, enriching its culture, diversity and economy.The DivisionPeople & Culture is a diverse group of teams that value openness, excellence, empowerment, diversity, equity and recognition. They are results-driven and welcome you to join their vision in making a difference in employee's lives, as they advocate for an exceptional employee experience at UOW.Our TeamOur People & Culture Business Partners are an inclusive and collaborative team, engaging closely with clients to provide proactive contemporary advice and solutions that align business objectives and workforce needs to the university's broader strategic plan. They consistently strive to achieve constructive business outcomes that positively impact the culture of the university.Why Us?We play a pivotal role in the success of the institution and are committed to championing best practice methodologies and solutions. We provide advice and support to leaders and employees through effective communication, interpretation and application of policies and procedures. We plan, develop and deliver key processes and programs, and seek to provide a range of flexible employment practices and working conditions to meet the operational needs of the university, and attract and retain high quality staff.The OpportunityThis is an opportunity for a skilled P&C Business Partner to support the delivery of a full range of HR services and play an integral role in continuing efforts to build a safe, diverse and inclusive workplace that encourages and supports its people to deliver their best.Working independently and as part of team this position requires sound project management skills with demonstrated organisation and planning skills combined with the ability to problem solve and analyse critically complex issues. This role will identify and implement innovative yet practical solutions from start to finish in response to challenges impacting the tertiary sector nationally and globally.About YouYou will have experience working as a HR generalist in a large and complex organisation with contemporary HR practices. You have well developed working knowledge of employment legislation and regulatory frameworks with the ability to recognise short, medium and long-term People and industrial issues with the skills to formulate and implement solutions. You have sound written communication skills with particular focus on drafting reports and correspondence as you develop and implement workforce planning strategies, requiring the ability to manage a high-volume workload with competing deadlines.You remain confidential at all times and have experience in handling grievance, mediation and dispute resolutions which you approach with an open mind, empathy and understanding and engage your negotiation, research, analytical and problem-solving skills to make sound judgement decisions.You are dedicated, professional and self-motivated and will be at the forefront of driving impactful change and shaping the future of UOW.How to ApplyTo apply for this position, applicants are required to submit a cover letter (max 3 pages) linking their experience, skills, and qualifications to the position description. We encourage you to provide as much relevant detailed information as possible to highlight your experience as it relates to the selection criteria. Your cover letter combined with your updated CV will determine your suitability to progress to the next stage of the recruitment process.For a confidential discussion please contact Kath Coroneos, Senior Manger P&C Business Partnering on 02 4239 2176.Closing Date: Wednesday 15 May 2024, 11:59pmNote: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Only candidates with valid work rights in Australia are eligible to apply.The University of Wollongong is committed to workplace equity, diversity and inclusion. We value and acknowledge the importance of our people's diverse experiences, talents and Cultures that they bring to work with them each day. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of attracting and retaining talent in our workforce. The creation of a diverse and inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential, enhance our success and achieving our vision of being in the Top 1% of universities globally.About Us:The University of Wollongong was born with a mission to transform our region: to educate and empower the people of the Illawarra. Our commitment to a better future has shaped our direction and impact since our inception.Over the years, we have grown to be a global diverse and inclusive civic university, working to solve global challenges and promoting harmony and social cohesion. We are proud to be a globally recognised and respected university, opening doors for our students, staff and partners.At UOW our staff are encouraged and empowered to find innovative ways to solve real-world problems and collaborate with some of the most brilliant minds across the globe. The commitment and drive of our highly-skilled academic staff has earned us a global reputation for outstanding achievement in teaching and learning.UOW has consistently delivered research of outstanding quality and impact. The dissemination of our research to user communities, including industry, is one of our key goals and we have a strong reputation for our engagement with industry.