Human Resource Business Partner (12 month fixed term contract) Sydney, New South Wales, Australia **Company Overview** Throughout our worldwide network of experts, clients and communities, we are renowned for our leadership in fire protection engineering – a legacy of responsibility we have proudly upheld since 1939. Today, our expertise extends broadly across closely related security and risk-based fields – from accessibility consulting and risk analysis to process safety, forensic investigations, security risk consulting, emergency management, digital innovation and more. Our engineers and consultants collaborate to solve complex safety and security challenges, ensuring our clients can protect what matters most. For over 80 years, we have helped mitigate risks that threaten lives, property and reputations. Through technology, expertise and industry-leading research, we remain dedicated to our purpose of making our world safe, secure and resilient. At Jensen Hughes, we believe that creating and sustaining a culture of trust, integrity and professional growth starts with putting our people first. Our employees are our greatest strength, and we value the unique perspectives and talents they bring to our organization. Our wide range of Global Employee Networks connect people from across the organization, supporting career development and providing forums for individuals to share experiences on topics they're passionate about. Together, we are cultivating a connected culture where everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and succeed together. **Why you should grow your career at Jensen Hughes** + You will work with market-leading clients and have the backing of a leading international firm. + You'll have support from the leadership team and given flexibility to work where and when you want. + Flexible working arrangements and Casual Friday. + Regular monthly social activities and other celebratory occasions. + Five weeks annual leave and Company paid parental leave. + Career development and ongoing internal and external learning opportunities. + Perks, benefits and reward platform - Perkbox. + Great company culture and benefits. **Job Overview** We are looking for a **Human Resource Business Partner** (12-month fixed term contract starting May 2025) to support our growing business across Australia and New Zealand. The purpose of this role is act as a true partner to the business and to provide strategic support to key parts of the business. We are looking for someone to support a variety of different teams and help support our positive environment with all our colleagues. In this role, you will work across a huge range of different activities: + The role will assist with ensuring the Jensen Hughes Pacific People Strategy is implemented. + Ensure compliance with all Legislation and other standards/requirements across Australia and New Zealand. + Execute a full range of HR activities from strategy to program design to day to day problem-solving. + Contribute to the development of strategic and operational plans relating to the Human Resources function. + Work with each of Jensen Hughes Pacific service functions to develop a HR plan that intentionally lifts the employee experience. + Actively work towards positive engagement and communications with, and between colleagues. + Foster a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging across the organisation. + Responsible for maintaining accurate personnel records and update databases/systems where required. + Assist with the issuing of employment agreements and new starter related documentation. + Assist with managing the administration of the HR on-boarding including some payroll administrative tasks, induction process and off-boarding process for new and exiting employees. + Some travel to regional offices (Australia / New Zealand) may be required. **Requirements And Qualifications** + Must be an Australian Citizen/Permanent Resident. + Desirable to have 7+ years of experience in Human Resources including management experience. You will be managing one direct report (HR Coordinator). + Hold a tertiary qualification in Human Resource Management at degree level of qualification in a related discipline. + Someone who loves collaborating with all stakeholders. + Be familiar with all Company policies and procedures and ensure that any staff supervised abide by these policies and procedures as well. + Be familiar with the Work Health and Safety requirements for the office and onsite. + Personal drive, results-orientated with a friendly, can-do attitude and a high level of honesty, integrity, commitment and responsibility. **_Jensen Hughes is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status._** The security of your personal data is important to us. Jensen Hughes has implemented reasonable physical, technical, and administrative security standards to protect personal data from loss, misuse, alteration, or destruction. We protect your personal data against unauthorized access, use, or disclosure, using security technologies and procedures, such as encryption and limited access. Only authorized individuals may access your personal data for the purpose for which it was collected, and these individuals receive training about the importance of protecting personal data. Jensen Hughes is committed to compliance with all relevant data privacy laws in all areas where we do business, including, but not limited to, the GDPR and the CCPA. Additionally, our service providers are contractually bound to maintain the confidentiality of personal data and may not use the information for any unauthorized purpose. *Policy on use of 3rd party recruiting agency for direct placements Jensen Hughes will occasionally augment a recruiting search through agencies for certain positions when business conditions warrant. Jensen Hughes will not accept resumes, inquiries or proposals from recruiting agencies as an acceptable method to consider a candidate. 3rd party recruiting agencies must sign a standard Jensen Hughes agreement after being evaluated and accepted by a Human Resources or Talent Acquisition manager, or member of the talent acquisition team. Hiring managers and employees of Jensen Hughes are not authorized to accept resumes, engage in fee-based searches through recruiting firms or sign a search agreement. Please note this policy does not apply to “staffing firms” or firms that are involved with hiring temporary staff. 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