People and Culture Advisor

People and Culture Advisor

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locations

Perth, WA

time type

Full time

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Posted 7 Days Ago

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End Date: April 22, 2026 (13 days left to apply)

job requisition id

JR105188

About The Team

Join our People and Culture team and play a vital role in supporting the University’s people and culture priorities. The People Services Team delivers efficient, compliant HR support across the employee lifecycle through strong partnerships that promote fairness, engagement, and excellence.

This is a 12‑month fixed‑term, full‑time opportunity within a collaborative and values‑driven team.

Your New Role!

As a People & Culture Advisor, you’ll deliver practical, compliant HR advice and support across the full employee lifecycle. Working in partnership with leaders and teams across the University, you’ll play a key role in delivering high‑quality HR services while contributing to strategic people initiatives and continuous improvement projects that support Murdoch’s culture and community.

What you’ll be doing day to day:

Support our leaders and teams across the University by providing practical, people‑centred HR advice that supports an inclusive, compliant, and positive employee experience across the full lifecycle.

Deliver accurate and timely HR services using Workday, including contracts, position and remuneration changes, and organisational updates, supporting efficient and transparent people processes.

Contribute to continuous improvement and strategic people initiatives by identifying smarter ways of working and supporting projects that strengthen Murdoch’s culture, capability, and community impact.

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You!

This Fixed Term (12 Months) | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) position attracts a remuneration of $91K – $109K (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.  

You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

Enjoy a 2% salary increase under the Enterprise Agreement, effective July 2026

Flexible work arrangements

Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit

Employee Assistance Program

On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)

Your most recent resume (CV)

What you’ll bring to the role:

A degree in Human Resources or a related field, with at least two years’ relevant experience (or an equivalent combination of experience and training).

Strong knowledge of employment legislation and industrial agreements, with the confidence to interpret and apply policies, Awards, and regulations.

Experience working with HR systems (ideally Workday), along with strong Microsoft Office skills and the ability to quickly learn new technology.

Well‑developed analytical, organisational, and problem‑solving skills, with a strong attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement.

Proven ability to build effective relationships, working collaboratively with leaders and teams while managing priorities and delivering high‑quality outcomes.

Please note, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a criminal record check in accordance with the University's Employee Background Checks Procedure.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Hayley Feighan, Advisory Team Leader, Hayley.Feighan@murdoch.edu.au and quote JR105188 as the reference.

Applications Close on 21 April 2026 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.