Senior Business Partner - Employee Engagement

This is a pivotal role where you'll enable and drive effective people practices and programmes that support the organisation's strategic framework

An innovative and highly regarded educational institution is seeking an experienced and contemporary HR Business Partner   to join their Employee Engagement team.

Our client is recognised for its commitment to creative, adventure-based and positive education. With a values-driven culture and a focus on wellbeing, diversity, and continuous improvement, this institution offers a dynamic and rewarding environment for HR professionals seeking meaningful impact.

About the Role

You will be a trusted partner to leaders and employees, delivering best-practice HR support across the full employee lifecycle. You will:

• Contribute to attraction and retention strategies, collaborating on employer branding and leading key initiatives.
• Support recruitment processes, including updating position descriptions, preparing advertisements and participating in selection panels.
• Coordinate and continually improve onboarding and induction processes ensuring a smooth transition for new employees.
• Design and deliver professional learning sessions for leaders and promote ongoing development opportunities.
• Lead or contribute to strategic HR projects, including HRIS implementation, culture enhancement, diversity and organisational development.
• Provide expert advice on employment conditions, policy development and compliance with relevant legislation and industrial instruments.
• Manage casework and investigations related to employee relations, including performance and conduct matters.
• Coordinate wellbeing and engagement surveys and support action planning based on results.
• Optimise offboarding and exit processes, including interviews and reporting.
• Participate in OHS committees and coordinate return-to-work planning as needed.
• Provide data-driven HR analytics and reporting to inform effective decision-making.

• Demonstrated experience in a generalist HR role, ideally within complex or educational environments.
• Strong understanding of HR processes, employment legislation and industrial relations.
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organisational skills.
• Courage, curiosity and compassion in your approach to people and change.
• Tertiary qualifications in HR, Organisational Psychology, Business or a related field.
• High ethical standards, confidentiality and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Willingness to travel between sites and work outside standard hours when required.

• Be part of a progressive team and work in a supportive environment that values wellbeing and diversity.