"People Officer"

Full time, Continuing Appointment

Reference number: 151105473

About the position

As Australia’s first private, not-for-profit university’, Bond University based in Robina on the Gold Coast seeks to be recognised internationally as a leading independent university, imbued with a spirit to innovate, a commitment to influence and a dedication to inspire tomorrow's professionals who share a personalised and transformational student experience.

• Grow your HR career with a supportive and dynamic team
• Work with dedicated professionals committed to HR excellence
• Enjoy excellent staff benefits and free campus parking

Join Australia’s top university for teaching* and enjoy staff benefits including:

• Free staff car parking
• 36.75 hour standard work week
• Access to flexible work/work from home arrangements#
• Up to 18/26 weeks of parental leave#
• Salary packaging options for FBT and Non-FBT items#
• 17.5% of base salary leave loading
• Staff wellbeing program
• Free & Confidential Employee Assistance Program available for all staff
• Study assistance for staff and dependents#
• Corporate health and finance discounts
• Onsite Medical Centre and Counselling Services
• Onsite Sports Centre including gym, fitness classes and pool#

Bond University is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, and service-oriented People Officer to join the People and Talent team. As the first point of contact for HR enquiries, this role will be responsible for the smooth processing of contracts and variations, troubleshooting system issues, maintaining employee records, reporting, assisting with recruitment activities and supporting all other administrative tasks as required by the People Business Partner.

This exciting role offers the opportunity to contribute to HR projects and events, assist with policy updates, and support relocation and immigration processes. This varied position is ideal for someone eager to make a meaningful contribution within a supportive environment to grow their career in HR.

About the person

The ideal applicant will have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in human resources or at least 2 years of relevant experience
• A developing knowledge of employment laws and regulations, along with the ability to interpret policies and provide general advice
• Strong administrative, organisational, and time management skills.
• Solid interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Proficient IT skills, with the capability to operate HRIS and payroll systems
• Experience in the higher education sector would also be advantageous.

Salary details

The salary for the position commences at $71,938.46 per annum, plus 12% superannuation.

Additional information

Position-related enquiries can be directed to Chelsea Thompson, People Business Partner, on 07 5595 1021 or cthompso@bond.edu.au

Application and submission details

For further details regarding this appointment, please reference the Position Description and Selection Criteria.

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• Upload your Resume – your account will be created automatically, or
• Manually enter your details to set up your account.

Please ensure your application includes:

• A current resume
• A cover letter addressing the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description above

For current Bond University staff, apply directly via HR Connect, log in with staff credentials, from the Home dashboard select Careers, select the role and apply

If you require any assistance with your application submission, please visit Applying for jobs at Bond.

Applications close: 11.59pm, Sunday 19 October 2025.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia at the time of application. This status will be verified as part of the recruitment process.

Please note, the successful applicant will be required to produce a certified copy of their highest qualification received prior to commencement of duty.

Conditions of employment are offered under a Bond Workplace Agreement (BWA).

Bond University is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage our students and staff to respect individuality, inclusiveness and diversity. In line with Bond University’s values, people from diverse backgrounds, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, and people with a disability are encouraged to apply for positions at the University.

Please advise the Talent Acquisition Team if you require any reasonable accommodations to assist you at anytime during the recruitment process.

For more information, visit Supporting diversity at Bond | Bond University | Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia

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