HR Advisor

HR Advisor – Business Partner

Make a difference delivering frontline HR support across DCJ

Location: Parramatta
Employment type: Temporary up to 12 months opportunity, Full-time
Salary: Clerk 7/8, $113,574.00 to $125,720.00 plus employers’ contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading

About the role

We’re looking for an experienced and people-focused HR Advisor to join the Business Partnering team at the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ).

In this dynamic frontline advisory role, you’ll work closely with leaders and employees across diverse business areas to provide expert advice and support on a wide range of workforce matters — including performance management, recovery at work plans, attendance and wellbeing, reasonable adjustments, workforce planning, change management, and staff engagement. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference while building strong partnerships across a large, purpose-driven team.

What you’ll do

As a key member of the HR Business Partnering team, you will:

• Provide expert advice and guidance on a wide range of people matters, including performance, conduct, policy, and workforce planning.
• Manage complex casework, ensuring timely and compliant outcomes while supporting best practice people management.
• Build strong relationships with leaders and stakeholders to deliver proactive and solutions-focused HR support.
• Contribute to key workforce initiatives and projects, supporting strategic priorities across DCJ.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across People to continuously improve our services and employee experience.
  
  

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking an experienced HR professional who is confident, collaborative, and solutions focused. You will bring:

• Substantial experience delivering HR advice and managing complex casework in a large or complex organisation.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation (Government Sector Act 2013 and Government Section Regulations/Rules 2014), government policies, and HR best practice.
• Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and work independently.
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to building a positive, inclusive workplace culture.

Download the role description.

Why work with us

• A meaningful role where you’ll directly support leaders and teams across a large, purpose-driven department.
• A collaborative, supportive team environment that values innovation, integrity, and continuous learning.
• Access to professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements and a strong commitment to employee wellbeing.

At DCJ, we do work that really matters — strengthening communities, supporting families, and delivering essential services across NSW. Want more information?  Visit our website to see more information on Working for us.

Are you ready to join us?

Click apply, attach an up-to-date résumé (maximum 2 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 3 pages) addressing the 2 targeted questions below with a brief outline on how you meet the requirements of the role:

1. Describe a time you partnered with senior stakeholders to implement an organisational change or reform.  What was the situation?  What did you do?  What were the results?
2. Describe a time you coached a stakeholder in managing a challenging workplace issue. What was the situation?  What did you do?  What was the outcome?

Applications close: 19th October 2025 at 11:59pm.

Got a question?

For role-specific questions, contact:
Judi Gibbons | judith.gibbons@dcj.nsw.gov.au| 0427 487 435

For application support or recruitment adjustments:
Nastassja Le Claire | nastassja.leclaire@dcj.nsw.gov.au | 0460 961 902

Visit Recruitment adjustments on the DCJ website to learn more.

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, women, carers, and LGBTQIA+ communities. To find out more, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.

Other Information

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.

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