HR Administration Assistant

We’re looking for two professional HR Administration Assistants with relevant experience who wants to join our 2,000+ team of staff and volunteers to make a difference on a full-time basis. One permanent position and one position as a 12 months maternity leave cover are available.  Each role will be working 38 hours per week based in Fitzroy, currently working from home.

The Brotherhood of St Laurence (BSL) has a clear vision – an Australia free of poverty.
For almost 90 years, we have worked with policy makers and the community for systemic change that will prevent and alleviate poverty in Australia.

We are passionate about the work we do.

We strive to create change that lasts for a more compassionate and just society – a society in which we can all fully participate in social, civic and economic life with the dignity and respect we all deserve.

THE ROLE

The HR Administration Assistant is a key support position that will work closely with the HR team to support the operational activity of the function. This position provides high level of administration support with recruitment and other HR processes, and often deals with matters of a confidential nature.

• Be the first point of contact for HR related queries for all managers, employees and applicants
• Manage the online recruitment systems and email accounts
• Process pre employment checks, employment and variation contracts and on-boarding documentation
• Prepare correspondence, letters, reports, minutes of meetings and other documents as required
• Liaise with other departments regarding employee data and information

Salary will be $64,624.42 per annum, based on skills and experience plus superannuation.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Passion for supporting the mission of BSL, and delivering excellence in your role, are just the start.

To be considered for the role and be successful in it, we’re looking for an who has the following key skills and experiences:

• relevant tertiary qualification in Human Resources with demonstrated experience in a similar HR or broad administration role
• a comprehensive understanding of HR processes including recruitment
• proven working knowledge of MS Office programs including Word, Excel and Outlook
• proven strong attention to detail, and an ability to maintain a high degree of discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism
• knowledge of the National Employment Standards and ability to comply with all legislative requirements
• proven ability to assess and meet priorities and deadlines through good time management in a self organised and methodical manner.
• well-developed interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to liaise across all levels both internally, externally and with people from diverse backgrounds
• ability to work unsupervised and independently while also holding a commitment to working within and contributing to a team
• flexibility and ability to adapt in a dynamic environment

BENEFITS

• Extensive salary packaging options to reduce amount of tax you pay
• Career development opportunities
• Leave loading of 17.5%
• Flexible working arrangements
• Employee Assistance Program

CULTURE

BSL employees enjoy a range of flexible work options and other attractive benefits. Recognising that there is no ‘one size fits all’ pattern of work–life balance, the organisation endeavours to provide options to suit the needs of all staff.

If this looks like a role that’s right for you, APPLY NOW or contact Reut O’Connor on 0490 440 992 for a confidential discussion.

To review the Position Description and to address the Key Selection Criteria, please click here.

Applications close: Monday, 4 October 2021 at 23:59pm

We are an EEO and understand the importance of diversity and inclusion. We recognise that everyone has the right to an equitable, safe and productive environment and to be treated with dignity and respect.  We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability or sexual orientation. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including criminal history and working with children. Recruitment decisions are based on the key inherent needs and requirements of each role, and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and characteristics.  Applicants must have proof of working rights in Australia.