About Us
Welcome to Barry Nilsson. For 60 years, we’ve been shaping a better experience for our clients and our people. What sets our firm apart is not just what we do, but who we are: a team known for its collaborative spirit and commitment to excellence, inclusion, and innovation. As an award-winning national law firm, we’ve built a culture that empowers you to not only grow your career, but be your authentic self while you do it.
About the Team
You will join a tight knit and highly collegiate People & Culture team comprising 13 people who provide HR support to the firm nationally. We work in a fast-paced environment and the team are well respected for their responsive, helpful and caring approach, and for delivering strategic advice and projects to the business. The group work together effectively to meet the needs of the firm and our people, and you will be able to leverage the knowledge and expertise of other team members to continually develop as a HR professional.
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a P&C Coordinator to join our Brisbane office. This will be a generalist role with the ability to get involved in a broad range of P&C areas such as:
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managing onboarding of staff - induction schedules, business card orders, new starter set up;
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maintaining HR system information to ensure accuracy;
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scheduling learning events and reconciling attendee lists to record these accurately;
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assisting with recruitment shortlisting and reference checks;
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coordinating HR related events and initiatives;
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providing support with the performance and salary review process for the firm;
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providing general assistance to the team – diary reminders, meeting bookings, internal staff communications, electronic filing, research and contribution to projects; and
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answering HR queries from staff.
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The successful candidate will receive full training in the role, as well as mentoring from all members of the P&C team, in order to ensure their growth and development as a HR practitioner.
About you
We’re seeking someone with:
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relevant tertiary qualifications, for example in Human Resources or Psychology;
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excellent verbal and written communication skills with good attention to detail;
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a high level of skill in computer software including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel, and an ability to quickly learn new systems;
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the ability to communicate effectively and confidentially; and
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a 'can do' attitude and refined organisational skills including an ability to effectively prioritise tasks.
Benefits of Working with Us
Just to name a few, we have:
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been acknowledged as an ‘Employer of Choice’ for the last 7 years;
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a supportive environment where managers genuinely care about your wellbeing;
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opportunities for structured mentorship and continuous professional development;
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progressive policies including a 9.5-day fortnight, working from home, purchase of leave options, volunteer leave, and a public holiday swap policy;
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an annual performance bonus scheme designed to recognise and reward strong performance;
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a relaxed office environment where you can “Dress for your Day”;
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access to our Health & Wellbeing program, BNWell, which supports the mental, physical and financial wellbeing of our people including a yearly health & wellbeing allowance and a health & wellbeing leave day; and
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a shared care parental leave policy offering 26 weeks of paid leave with no primary/secondary carer distinction.
Ready to Go Further?
From your first day, expect to be embraced for who you are — because we’re a firm defined by our people. Step into a workplace where individuality is celebrated, ambitions are realised, and collaboration drives success. At Barry Nilsson, it’s about being you and going further. Apply today.
To make a confidential application, please click ‘Apply Now’ or contact Ciara Popplewell, People & Culture Coordinator.
Barry Nilsson is committed to building a diverse, inclusive and flexible workplace where all of our people are supported to be their authentic selves, valued for their unique contributions, rewarded fairly, connected to colleagues, and empowered to achieve their full potential. We welcome applications from Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+, as well as people of all ages, genders, abilities and cultures. Feel free to chat to the recruiter for this position regarding any accommodations or adjustments you may require to the role or the recruitment process to ensure your equitable participation.
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