People & Culture Advisor (6 mth contract)

About Madgwicks

Madgwicks Lawyers is a Melbourne based business law firm. Our main practice areas include corporate and commercial, funds management, superannuation, franchising, intellectual property, tax, commercial property, construction, commercial litigation and dispute resolution, insolvency and reconstruction and workplace relations and safety.

We are a professional and responsive service driven legal practice and we look for the best people to join our successful team. As a member of the global law firm network Meritas, Madgwicks also provides immediate access to global expertise including more than 7600 lawyers in 182 firms across 90 countries.

Your role

We are seeking a full-time People & Culture Advisor on a 6 month contract with the possibility of becoming permanent.

Main responsibilities will include:

Operational HR Support

• First line operational management of HR annual processes including remuneration review and performance reviews.
• First line responsibility for operational staff issues in business services and PA teams. 
• Advising to business services managers and staff on HR issues.
• Preparing contracts of employment and new starter inductions.
• Creating and updating policies; providing guidance to all staff on policy guidelines.

Recruitment

• End-to-end recruitment of PA and support services roles (including drafting position descriptions, drafting business cases, interviewing, liaison with hiring manager etc.)
• Coordination and supervision of Reception staff and Office Services Clerk.
• Management representative on the Social Committee & Charity of the Year Committee. 

Administrative support

• Maintaining files and management of confidential documents.
• Coordinate facility repairs via the Office Services Clerk, Receptionists or the online portal.
• Drafting and preparing internal communications.
• L&D – coordinating learning and development initiatives.
• Coordinate Occupational Health, Safety and Wellbeing activities.

What you need

To be successful you will have:

• Qualifications in Human Resources or related discipline highly desirable.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in generalist human resources, with professional services or corporate experience highly desirable.
• Experience with end-to-end recruitment processes essential.
• Comprehensive knowledge of HR principles, practices and employment law.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.

What we offer

We are committed to providing a meaningful work environment for our people; one that is focused on ongoing personal and professional growth and development. 

In addition, we have:

• Flexible working arrangements and work life balance.
• Continuous learning and development programs.
• Reward and recognition programs.
• Regular social events.

How to Apply

To apply please submit your covering letter, and resume to *******@madgwicks.com.au.

Please note we will only contact you if your application is successful for interview.