HR Advisor - Octopus Australia

Description

You will play a key role in delivering professional HR support across the full employee lifecycle, working closely with and reporting to the HR Manager to manage day-to-day operations and contribute to key people initiatives aligned with Australian workplace laws and practices. This generalist position offers exposure to a wide range of HR activities, making it ideal for someone looking to build broad experience within a small, hands-on team.

• Contribute to operational HR functions such as probation check-ins, leave tracking and reporting, and post-recruitment campaign analysis.
• Advise managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and basic employee relations matters.
• Support learning and development activities and employee engagement initiatives.
• Ensure consistent application of HR policies and assist in reviewing or updating them.
• Support due diligence requests by gathering and preparing employee data and documentation as required.
• Maintain and update HR systems, producing regular reports (e.g. absence, turnover, recruitment metrics) to inform decision-making.
• Get involved in key HR projects - from process improvement initiatives to supporting the rollout of new HR technology or engagement programs.
• Take ownership of the recruitment journey - this is your chance to build or streamline processes as you manage everything from recruitment logistics and pre-employment checks to onboarding and probation.
• Support and enhance end-to-end employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, changes to employment, and offboarding, always looking for ways to improve and innovate.

Requirements

• Working knowledge of the Fair Work Act, National Employment Standards (NES), and modern awards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms.
• Strong attention to detail and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Human Resources, Law or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in HR operations or an HR Advisor role.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Ongoing learning and career development opportunities
• 🏡 Flexible working
• ✈️ Extra Annual Leave entitlement
• 💰 A competitive salary package including bonus and medical insurance benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance