P&C Senior Business Partner
Job no: 521536
Work type: Full Time
Location: Crawley
Categories: Human Resources
- Partner with Senior Leaders to deliver high-impact, strategic initiatives.
- Foster a high-performance culture that is values-led, collaborative, open and values diversity.
- Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for up to 24 months.
- Base salary range: $134,288 – $142,099 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
People & Culture enables the University to implement and deliver its People & Culture strategy to make the University a remarkable place to work, attracting and retaining word-class staff from diverse backgrounds who want to build careers, drive change, provide leadership an create opportunities at an institution renowned for its excellence.
Business Partnering team is accountable for working closely with and supporting University leaders in delivery of their objectives and priorities through developing and enabling solutions and advice for their talent and organisational capability needs. Business Partners are aligned with each functional portfolio and work strategically, linking the People and Culture strategy with their business operations needs and embedding a strategic HR perspective within the portfolio's operational decision-making and HR planning.
About the opportunity
- Leading a designated portfolio aligned to University Executive, you will work closely with leaders to lead and deliver strategic and operational human resources initiatives and targets.
- Develop and implement people strategies to meet the needs of the University and drive business performance.
- Play a leadership role within HR and contribute to wider People and Culture strategies, plans and objectives.
About you
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or a related field.
- Substantial experience influencing, negotiating and critical analysis skills with a proven ability to build relationships, solve complex problems, coach and communicate at all organisational levels.
- Substantial experience across HR disciplines of leadership development, succession planning, performance development, talent management, workforce planning, employee/industrial relations, and culture and engagement.
- Excellent organisational design and change management skills and extensive experience in applying and managing complex transformational change.
- Proficient at understanding and practical application of Australian employment law, the Australian industrial relations framework, Agreements, policies and procedures.
Special Requirements
- A current National Police Clearance Certificate.
Position description: POSITION DESCRIPTION P&C Senior Business Partner (521536).docx
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Laura Buck at laura.buck@uwa.edu.au
How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.
*Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Friday 31st October 2025.
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.
About the University
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.
If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.