• Deliver expert HR advice and coaching to support leaders and resolve complex workplace matters.
• Lead HR initiatives, including change and capability development programs, in partnership with key stakeholders.
• Opportunities Available:
  • 1 x Full-time fixed-term basis to September 30^th 2026.
  • 1 x Full-time fixed-term basis to December 2026.
  • 1 X Full-Time fixed-term basis for 12 months.
• Base salary range: $116,262 – $127,078 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

People & Culture drives the University’s people strategy to attract, develop and retain the highest quality people to support the University’s goal of being in the world’s top 50 University’s. We provide a high quality, responsive people management and advisory service. 

About the opportunity

• Provide expert HR insights and advice to UWA  leaders.
• Lead workplace relations, performance, and change management initiatives.
• Drive strategic HR projects and process improvements.

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• Extensive practical senior human resources experience (3 years+) at an appropriate level and relevancy.
• Demonstrated experience of leading and closing complex employee case management, including conflict / dispute resolution, performance management and disciplinary matters.
• Excellent project management, planning and organisational skills and demonstrated ability to set priorities and to meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in a range of relevant software applications (i.e. Microsoft Office particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint and experience with HR/payroll management systems).

Position description: Position Description - P&C Business Partner 521505.pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Daniel Griffiths at daniel.griffiths@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.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on 29th 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.

Learn more about us.

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.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.