People Advisor, UNSW Canberra
Employment type: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Duration: Continuing
Remuneration: Level 7 from $ 113,926 + leave loading + 17% super
Location: UNSW Canberra, ADFA Campus
About UNSW Canberra
University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation’s Capital.
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavours. This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully, you've found the right place.
At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.
Why Your Role Matters:
The People Advisor delivers customer-focused, collaborative and consistent advice on a broad range of people-related matters. As part of the People & Culture Business Partnering team, the People Advisor support stakeholders through the full employment lifecycle, uses data to inform stakeholders decision making, provides case management support, and advises on the implementation of people-related initiatives.
Accountabilities:
As a trusted People Advisor, you will deliver practical, expert and customer‑focused advice across a broad range of people and culture matters, tailored to the unique needs and operating context of Divisions and Faculties. You will provide timely, risk‑aware guidance that supports effective people practices, informed decision‑making, and consistent application of policies, procedures and enterprise agreements. Working collaboratively with People Partners and the People Experience team, you will strengthen manager capability, support workforce and change initiatives, and contribute to the delivery of local people plans. Acting as the first escalation point, the role offers vital guidance to business areas while maintaining alignment with central UNSW frameworks.
Who You Are (skills and experience):
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Human Resources, Business, or a related discipline, with experience in providing people-focused advice and support in a complex organisation, or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
- Proven customer-service experience and mindset.
- A true team-player.
- Strong understanding of employment frameworks, policies, and procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with stakeholders and provide advice that is responsive to local needs and context.
- Confident communicator with strong interpersonal and influencing skills, able to engage effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Experience supporting case management processes (e.g. performance concerns, workplace issues, early-stage employee relations) with sound judgment in knowing when to escalate.
- Demonstrated analytical capability to use data, feedback, and insights to inform advice, identify trends, and recommend improvements.
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities, exercise sound judgment, and contribute to collaborative problem-solving.
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.
- Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
- Additional three days leave during December festive period
- Career development opportunities
- Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
- Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
- Free gym access
- UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture.
Eligibility:
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
Pre-Employment Checks
Aligned with UNSW’s focus on cultivating a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.
These pre-employment checks may include a combination of some of the following checks:-
• National and International Criminal history checks
• Entitlement to work and ID checks
• Working With Children Checks
• Completion of a Gender-Based Violence Prevention Declaration
• Verification of relevant qualifications
• Verification of relevant professional membership
• Employment history and reference checks
• Financial responsibility assessments/checks
• Medical Checks and Assessments
Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.
How to Apply:
Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online before Sunday 17th May at 11:30pm, including your CV and a 1–2-page cover letter addressing the required skills and experience outlined in the position description. In order to view the position description, please ensure that you allow pop-ups for https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au
Get in Touch:
For role-related queries please contact:
Sharon Windle – Senior People Partner
s.windle@unsw.edu.au
For recruitment process-related queries please contact:
Holly Whale – Talent Acquisition Consultant
h.whale@unsw.edu.au
Applications cannot be accepted if sent directly to the contact listed.
Find out more about the lifestyle and benefits when working with UNSW
For further information about UNSW Canberra, please visit: UNSW Canberra
For further information on living in Canberra, please visit: Living in Canberra
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
