Senior HR Business Partner - ER/IR

Public Sector People are partnering with a highly respected Victorian community services organisation to recruit a Senior HR Business Partner on an initial 3 month contract.

This role is all about bringing deep ER/IR expertise to a fast paced and values-driven environment. You’ll take the lead on complex workplace investigations, provide high level guidance across employee relations matters, and act as a key support to the broader HRBP team.

Someone who brings maturity, strong judgement, and experience coaching leaders will thrive here.

Key Responsibilities

Provide expert ER/IR advice and partner closely with leaders across the organisation.
Lead and manage complex investigations, grievances, and case management.
Support HR Business Partners by offering specialised ER/IR guidance on sensitive or escalated matters.
Coach and uplift leadership capability in handling people related issues.
Interpret Enterprise Agreements, policies, and legislative requirements.
Contribute to broader HR work including performance management and organisational change.

Key Requirements

Proven background as a Senior HRBP (or similar) with strong ER/IR capability.
Demonstrated experience running end to end workplace investigations.
Strong understanding of employment law, enterprise agreements, and industrial relations frameworks.
Confident in advising, influencing, and coaching leaders at all levels.
Exceptional communication skills and the ability to navigate sensitive matters with discretion.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity or other roles across the Not-for-Profit sector, please contact Sarah Kettlewell on (03) 8535 3111.