Sr. HR Business Partner, LMI

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JOB SUMMARY

The Senior HR Business Partner (HRBP) – LMI works closely with senior management and employees to develop and implement people strategies that align with business needs and corporate objectives. This role provides strategic and operational HR support, focusing on talent acquisition, employee development, performance management, organisational change, and compliance. The HRBP partners with leaders at all levels to enhance organisational effectiveness, employee engagement, and retention, and serves as a consultant on HR initiatives to maintain a positive, productive workplace. Operating independently on complex, high-impact projects, the HRBP receives general guidance from the SVP, HR, and may create HR policies, processes, or act as liaison for payroll, benefits, and immigration matters. The role oversees HR operations and coordinates segment-wide initiatives across global regions.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Collaborates with business clients (up to Executive level) to identify HR opportunities that add value. Consults and partners with management on strategic business and HR initiatives by analysing trends and aligning HR with business goals.
• Acts as a consultant and change agent, helping leaders prioritise and implement changes that improve organisational capabilities, structures, and processes, including communication and implementation planning.
• Ensures HR processes and procedures comply with all relevant laws and regulations by staying current and, if necessary, creating compliant HR policies.
• Manages FAR Office and FAR Breach notifications, ensuring required changes are reflected in accountability statements and job descriptions.
• Investigates and resolves employee relations issues and complaints, applying systematic approaches, sound judgment, and personal influence to ensure fair resolution and maintain a positive work environment.
• Proactively coaches and supports managers to build their leadership and people management skills.
• Collaborates with HR peers locally and globally to align HR services with business needs, ensure consistency, and communicate policies effectively.
• Facilitates the effective implementation and rollout of HR programs at the business level, advising on strategic HR matters.
• Leads talent review and succession planning, addresses talent performance issues, and drives consistent, high-quality performance reviews to improve results.
• Leads workforce planning to meet business objectives, developing staffing plans and recruiting strategies in partnership with management.
• Manages complex projects as set out in the annual HR operational plan and participates in both functional and cross-functional initiatives. May serve as back-up to the SVP, HR on select strategic projects.
• Builds strong employee relations by developing and implementing strategies to promote open communication, resolve conflicts, and enhance workplace culture.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Knowledge & Skills:

• Broad expertise and credibility in HR practices, concepts, trends and issues in the Australia market. Strong knowledge of HR legislative and legal issues and employment related laws.
• Proven ability to establish him/herself as a trusted business partner to key executives.
• Experience working in a global professional services environment.
• Experience with general payroll practices and processes.  Working knowledge of benefits and immigration issues.
• General knowledge of renumeration practices, performance management, training, development, workforce planning, diversity and inclusion and succession planning practices and concepts.
• Substantial business acumen and comprehensive understanding of the link between HR and business strategy to effectively consult with management.
• High level project management skills; ability to develop actionable steps and plans that support business strategy and deal with ambiguity, conflict and uncertainty.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to leverage data to tell a story.
• High level customer orientation; ability to engage, inspire and influence employees / management.
• Strong consultative, interpersonal, negotiation, communication and customer service skills to effectively partner with all levels of management and deal with employee relations situations.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools

Education & Experience:

• Required knowledge and skills would typically be acquired through a Bachelor’s degree in business or related field with 8+ years related experience and SPHR or PHR certification.

Working Conditions/Environment & Physical Demands:

• Normal office environment - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this Job.
• Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the Job.
• Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
• Hybrid work schedule. 3 to 4 days in office and up to 2 days working remotely.
• Occasional international travel may be required

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