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Our client is a globally recognised law firm with offices across Europe, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, and North America. The firm advises clients undergoing digital and commercial transformation, with particular strength in sectors such as technology, intellectual property, media, and life sciences.
Known for its collaborative culture and sector-driven expertise, the firm combines international reach with deep local knowledge. It fosters an inclusive, innovative work environment and supports ongoing professional development across all levels of the business.
The role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior HR Business Partner or Junior HR Manager to join a globally connected professional services firm based in Sydney. This 10–12 month parental leave contract offers exposure to a diverse HR generalist remit within a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
In this hands-on role, you will provide end-to-end HR support and strategic advice to a client group of approximately 110 staff. Reporting to the Head of Operations (Australia) and Regional Head of HR, you’ll work closely with senior leaders and key stakeholders across the business.
You will be responsible for delivering high-quality, business-aligned HR services across several key areas:
Resourcing & Talent Management
You are a seasoned HR professional with at least 5 years’ experience in a senior HR business partnering or HR management role. Ideally, you will have worked in a professional services or legal environment and possess a strong understanding of the Australian employment landscape. You will also be available to start this contract in July 2025 and provide full commitment.
HR Business Partner | Legal
- Posted 26 May 2025
- Salary160k package inclusive of super
- LocationSydney
- Job type Permanent
- DisciplineHuman Resources
- ReferenceBH-16374
Job description
- Senior HR Business Partner / Junior HR Manager (12-Month Parental Leave Contract)
- Sydney, Australia (Hybrid working available)
- Fixed-Term Contract (10–12 months)
- Must have Legal or Professional Services experience
Our client is a globally recognised law firm with offices across Europe, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific, and North America. The firm advises clients undergoing digital and commercial transformation, with particular strength in sectors such as technology, intellectual property, media, and life sciences.
Known for its collaborative culture and sector-driven expertise, the firm combines international reach with deep local knowledge. It fosters an inclusive, innovative work environment and supports ongoing professional development across all levels of the business.
The role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior HR Business Partner or Junior HR Manager to join a globally connected professional services firm based in Sydney. This 10–12 month parental leave contract offers exposure to a diverse HR generalist remit within a fast-paced, high-performance environment.
In this hands-on role, you will provide end-to-end HR support and strategic advice to a client group of approximately 110 staff. Reporting to the Head of Operations (Australia) and Regional Head of HR, you’ll work closely with senior leaders and key stakeholders across the business.
You will be responsible for delivering high-quality, business-aligned HR services across several key areas:
Resourcing & Talent Management
- Partner with leaders to forecast workforce needs and manage recruitment activities.
- Oversee recruitment campaigns, interviews, onboarding, and secondment programs.
- Manage graduate and internship programs in collaboration with leading universities.
- Lead performance review processes and support coaching, feedback, and talent development.
- Partner with leaders to address performance challenges and identify high-potential staff.
- Provide commercially sound advice on employee matters, policies, grievances, and restructuring.
- Stay abreast of legislation and industry trends to ensure policy compliance and risk mitigation.
- Support annual remuneration and bonus reviews.
- Participate in compensation benchmarking and contribute to global and local HR initiatives.
- Assist in the implementation of HR systems and support audit and compliance activities, including WGEA reporting.
You are a seasoned HR professional with at least 5 years’ experience in a senior HR business partnering or HR management role. Ideally, you will have worked in a professional services or legal environment and possess a strong understanding of the Australian employment landscape. You will also be available to start this contract in July 2025 and provide full commitment.
- Tertiary qualifications in HR, Business, or related discipline.
- Solid experience in performance management, recruitment, and employee relations.
- Strong influencing skills with a commercial mindset and stakeholder focus.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High-level discretion, professionalism, and attention to detail.
- Experience using HRIS systems (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors) highly regarded.
- A respected, high-calibre working environment with strong leadership.
- Autonomy and opportunity to lead meaningful people initiatives.
- Hybrid and flexible working conditions.
- Inclusive, collaborative and globally connected workplace culture.
