HR Business Partner (Senior)

Job Description

$117,270 inc. Salary Packaging + 11.5% super $108,528.51 Base Salary ($117,270 Base Salary inc. salary packaging) + 11.5% superannuation + generous salary packaging options Full time position or Part time (4 days) Flexible hours 3 free days additional annual leave over the Christmas break 2-Year Fixed Term contract with a view to permanency Based in Melbourne About the Baker Institute The Baker Heart Diabetes Institute (BHDI) is Australia’s only medical research institute focused on the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of diabetes and heart disease. The Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute is an independent, internationally-renowned medical research facility, with a history spanning more than 90 years. The Institute's work extends from the laboratory to wide-scale community studies with a focus on diagnosis, prevention and treatment of diabetes and cardiovascular disease. The Baker Institute is the nation’s first multi-disciplinary organisation tackling the deadly trio of obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease through research, education and patient care. It’s an exciting time to join the BHDI as we head toward our Centenary in 2026 and we’d love you to be a part of our journey. About the Role We are seeking a passionate, people-focused Senior HR Business Partner to join our supportive, collaborative and friendly HR team (of 4). The HR team is integral to supporting the research agenda that forms the Baker Institute’s mission. We provide customer-focused services across the full range of the HR spectrum (operational and transactional) to the Managers and Staff of the Baker Institute and AMREP AS (a Baker subsidiary). The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) coaches and provides expert advice, support, and care across Baker Institute to ensure a positive and value-add Human Resources experience. This is a varied role where no two days are the same. The HRBP will have a strong understanding of and able to interpret the Baker Institute Enterprise Agreement (EA) and the ability to interpret, and advise on legislation, together with internal policies and procedures. The HRBP is adaptable and agile with a growth mindset and has confidence in the provision of advice to People Leaders (Managers), their teams, and other key stakeholders. This is a true HR BP liaising with an amazing group of stakeholders. There is scope to make the role your own and help drive future HR initiatives supporting the General Manager, HR. Key Duties Liaise with key stakeholders to manage and deliver an effective and proactive HR business partnering solutions within the organisation and mitigate risks. Take a business partnering approach to all HR initiatives and work with the People Leaders/Managers to implement and support their teams. Coach leaders through resolution of employee relations matters, conflict resolution, discipline matters, team interventions, unsatisfactory performance and other People related matters that arise. Provide advice to People Leaders and employees on EA and legislation and policies and practices. Manage internal investigations. Coordinate L&D training programmes in a way that motivates and informs attendees of what’s happening to support their journey at Baker Institute. Skills and Experience: You will have: Relevant experience or qualifications (degree level preferred) in Human Resources or a related discipline. Previous experience (minimum 3 years) in a HR generalist role with strong business partnering skills. Excellent understanding of the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) Modern Awards & EA’s. HRIS experience (TechOne or similar) An ability to build relationships with stakeholders at all levels with the capacity to advise and influence others to achieve positive outcomes. A customer centric approach with a passion for making a positive impact on people experience. A pro-active, flexible attitude with the ability to work collaboratively with the immediate and wider team. A growth mindset with the confidence to provide advice to People Leaders their teams, and other key stakeholders on all people related matters. Solution-focussed approach with experience in driving continuous improvements and best practice. Excellent attention to detail, organisation and time management skills with the ability to multitask competing demands. Outstanding consulting and communication skills combined with excellent writing skills. Working at the Baker Institute offers generous salary packaging, an employee assistance program, staff gym, and an active social club as well as modern offices and laboratories adjacent to the Alfred Hospital and within walking distance to St Kilda Road, Chapel Street, and Fawkner Park. How to Apply Applications should include a current resume quoting reference (AC03 ). For a position description or further information, please visit our website at: . To be eligible to apply for this position you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa. Please note offers of employment are subject to satisfactory background checks and the successful candidate will be required to undertake a police check prior to commencement in the position. We will close this job ad as soon as we have enough applicants so, please apply without delay. The Baker Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we encourage interest from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders for roles within the Institute. We value diversity, inclusivity, and gender equity and we promote family-friendly practices. We are a proud recipient of an inaugural Athena SWAN Bronze Award from Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE). 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