Full-time, 12-month Fixed Term position until August 2027
Salary HEW Level 6 + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, and hybrid ways of working
About You
As a Talent Integrity & Contracts Advisor, you’ll play a key role in delivering accurate, compliant and seamless employment outcomes across RMIT. You’ll manage the preparation and administration of employment contracts, renewals, academic promotions, honorary appointments and additional employment documentation for Executive, Academic, Professional and TAFE employees.
With a strong eye for detail and a solutions-focused approach, you’ll confidently navigate complex contract matters, interpret relevant policies and RMIT’s Enterprise Agreement, and partner with People & Culture teams, Colleges and key stakeholders to ensure documentation, approvals and processes meet compliance requirements.
You’ll also manage stakeholder relationships for Direct Appointments, support recruitment and onboarding system testing, deliver end-user training, and contribute your expertise to projects and process improvements as a Subject Matter Expert. Working across a diverse range of domestic and international appointments, including visiting academics, you’ll be a trusted source of advice on contract, compliance and policy-related matters.
To be successful in this position, you will have as a minimum:
Relevant tertiary qualifications in Human Resource Management or a related field, and/or relevant experience in a similar role
Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the development and delivery of contemporary recruitment, selection and employee onboarding practices
Proven ability to prioritise multiple tasks to meet conflicting deadlines with strong attention to detail
Highly developed interpersonal skills with demonstrated experience in a customer service environment within a large complex environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong focus on managing customer expectations
Demonstrated ability to show initiative and creativity in solving problems
Demonstrated commitment to quality assurance, compliance and continuous improvement
Demonstrated experience in the use of a range of computer applications and the ability to quickly learn new technologies, including Microsoft Office Programs, Service Now, e-recruitment and onboarding systems including Workday (highly desirable)
Proven ability to maintain confidentiality and to influence clients and stakeholders, and to build relationships with customer groups
Proven experience and understanding of Employment contractual law as well as Fixed Term legislation, and work rights / visa requirements
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.
About the Portfolio
The People and Culture Team consists of a team of strategic HR professionals providing outstanding, client focused, proactive and effective solutions and services for all RMIT staff. Our success is achieved by understanding our business and operating as a business partner to our clients. We deliver responsive, innovative and practical solutions and services.
The People & Culture Team operates in a manner that supports the RMIT values and achievement of the business objectives. By providing tailored, quality human resources services and products and ensuring a high level of expert support and advice; the People team enhances the ability of Colleges, Portfolios and Groups to meet their business objectives. This, in turn, enables University staff to better support the current and future student population at the University.
To Apply
Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing your suitability for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page.
For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Talent Team via email [email protected]. Please do not send your application to this contact.
Position Description: Talent Integrity and Contracts Advisor
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RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.
In line with RMIT University’s commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete a gender‑based violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant pre‑employment background checks, including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMIT’s safety obligations.
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