HR Advisor – Adelaide (Part-Time)
Make a Real Difference in People & Purpose
Are you a passionate, solutions-focused HR professional ready to partner with managers and drive positive 'people outcomes' within a respected Not-for-Profit organisation?
WISE Employment has spent over 30 years transforming lives by connecting disadvantaged community members with meaningful employment. We're looking for a driven HR Advisor in Adelaide (SA) who genuinely believes in fostering an engaged, inclusive, and exceptional employee experience across the entire lifecycle.
The Opportunity
This is a dynamic, part-time role (25-30 hours per week, negotiable) where you'll report to the HR Manager (Divisional) and act as a pivotal operational and strategic partner to line managers.
A day in this role isn't just paperwork; it’s about making an impact:
- Strategic Partnership: Coach and build management capability, providing expert advice on talent acquisition, retention, performance, and career pathways.
- Operational Excellence: Provide practical, commercial advice across the entire employee lifecycle, ensuring alignment with WISE's vision and strategy.
- Risk Mitigation: Confidently manage Employee and Industrial Relations concerns, applying sound knowledge of Modern Awards and the Fair Work Act.
- Continuous Improvement: Be proactive! You'll use your technical savvy and creative thinking to improve systems, processes, and procedures that enhance the employee experience.
- Compliance & Reporting: Maintain corporate compliance, manage the HRIS platform, and analyse key metrics to provide insights that inform business decisions.
What You'll Bring to WISE
We're looking for an Advisor with 3+ years' experience in an HR role and a strong blend of technical expertise and emotional intelligence.
Essential Criteria:
- Experience & Education:
- 3+ years of direct experience in a similar HR role.
- Tertiary qualification in HR Management or a related field.
- People & Process Skills:
- A genuine passion for people and a commitment to a strong employee experience.
- Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving skills, and meticulous attention to detail .
- Strong business acumen and high emotional intelligence to effectively partner with and guide all employees.
- Technical & Legal Knowledge:
- Proven practical knowledge and interpretation of Modern Awards and the Fair Work Act .
- Sound experience managing Employee or Industrial Relations .
Technically savvy with HRIS/systems, with an ability to continually improve existing tools.
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- The WISE Attributes: You must embody our core attributes: Customer Centricity, Curiosity, Resilience, Adaptability, Creativity, and a Growth Mindset .
Compliance Essentials:
- Full Australian Working Rights .
- Full Australian Driver’s License, and access to your own vehicle.
- Ability to obtain a National Police Check and pass a Working with Children Check.
The Perks of Working with Purpose
Join a truly supportive culture where your wellbeing is prioritised:
- Attractive Compensation: Competitive salary packaged with Not-For-Profit Salary Packaging benefits (increasing your take-home pay through tax savings) + Super.
- Enhanced Leave: Receive 4 wellness-days per year (additional leave) and the ability to purchase extra annual leave.
- Growth & Development: Access ongoing learning and development programs, plus fantastic reward and recognition initiatives.
- Tools of the Trade: Company Laptop & iPhone provided.
- Exclusive Benefits: Access to exclusive benefits and discounts from leading retailers through our Flare platform.
Ready to Apply?
If you're ready to use your HR expertise to inspire, transform, and empower people, we want to hear from you!
Please submit your current resume and a cover letter clearly demonstrating how your experience meets the essential criteria.
Learn More: Visit our website at Careers at WISE to understand more about our mission and impact.
We are Inclusive!
WISE is recognised by the Diversity Council Australia as an “Inclusive Employer 2024/2025”. We actively encourage and welcome candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, candidates with a disability, members of the LGBTIQA+ community and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates.
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