Best of both worlds - HR Partnering & L&D
Empower departments through tailored P&C solutions and leadership coaching
Access to generous leave provisions & work-life balance
Foster a vibrant work culture that champions employee engagement and continuous growth

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is the perfect opportunity for an experienced business partner to lean on their generalist P&C skills and their passion for L&D.

The People & Culture Business Partner - L&D plays a pivotal role in aligning our P&C initiatives with the strategic goals of USU. As a trusted advisor, you will partner with departments such as Marketing and Student Experience, providing comprehensive P&C support while driving Learning & Development initiatives across the organisation. You will be instrumental in coaching managers, enhancing organisational capabilities, and promoting a culture of continuous learning.

With your expertise, you will contribute to the development of high-performing teams, manage employee relations, and lead the end-to-end recruitment process, ensuring that we attract top talent to our teams. You will also be responsible for identifying training needs, developing impactful L&D programs, and fostering an environment that embraces diversity and inclusion.

WHO WE ARE

The University of Sydney Union (USU) is Australia's largest and most vibrant student-led organisation, dedicated to enhancing the student experience. We provide a wide range of services, events, and programs for students, including over 200 student clubs, major festivals, leadership opportunities, and more. As a not-for-profit, all our income is reinvested into the university community, making us a cornerstone of student life at the University of Sydney.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

If you are a proactive and innovative P&C professional with a passion for Learning & Development, we want to hear from you! Your ability to establish trust, build strong relationships, and work collaboratively will set you apart.

Your primary accountabilities will consist of:

Partnering with stakeholders across the Marketing and Student Experience departments to deliver effective P&C services.
Building collaborative relationships with key stakeholders and providing strategic P&C support.
Managing the end-to-end recruitment process and ensuring onboarding best practices.
Leading the design, implementation, and evaluation of L&D programs that align with organisational objectives.
Coordinating a yearly L&D calendar, including mandatory compliance training.
Fostering a culture of continuous learning through coaching, mentoring, and tailored development solutions.
Providing advice on employee relations, workforce planning, and performance management.
Taking a coaching approach to enable line managers to excel in their responsibilities for all aspects of people management.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

Degree qualifications in Learning & Development, Human Resources, Psychology, or a related field.
6+ years of experience in a similar role, with expertise in designing and delivering learning solutions.
Proven experience in coaching, mentoring, and providing development advice to managers.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and strong relationships.
Proficiency in using a Learning Management System (LMS) and the Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to understand and interpret industrial instruments.
Highly developed interpersonal skills, including the ability to deal with issues in a confidential and sensitive manner.
Ability to establish trust and build strong relationships and work collaboratively.
The ability to work effectively with varying levels of workload and manage multiple priorities.
Ability to work unsupervised, exercise initiative, and articulate issues.
Positive energy and a ‘can do’ attitude, and a team player.
A self-starter who is adaptable and open to change.

HOURS OF WORK

This is a Permanent Full Time position, 35 hours per week.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE

Wednesday, 12 February 2025

BENEFITS

Meal card for food and beverage - $15 per day
17.5% annual leave loading
12% superannuation
A complimentary USU Rewards membership giving discounts on and off campus
Generous paid leave entitlements including 8 extra paid days off per year
Work from home, 1 day per week
Commitment to ongoing learning & development

Join us and play a pivotal role in shaping a positive and safe environment for students and staff at the University of Sydney Union!

HOW TO APPLY

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.

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ABOUT THE USU

Founded in 1874, the USU (University of Sydney Union) is proudly Australia’s oldest and largest not-for-profit student organisation, dedicated to providing students with the best possible university experience.

We are committed to promoting a workplace of equal opportunities. We promote healthy living and aim to protect the health and safety of staff, members, and visitors to the University by providing a Smoke-Free Workplace. We do not accept unsolicited agency applications.

Due to the volume of applications received, shortlisted applicants will be contacted within approximately 4 weeks of the role’s closing date (or 4 weeks from the date of application if there is no specified closing date).

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