HR Assist Officer

Role type: Full Time; Fixed Term for 18 months 
Department: Enterprise Services Group 
Salary: UOM 5 $86,943 - $99,864  p.a. plus 17% super  

• Central HR service role / broaden expertise across Workday, UKG and ServiceNow / collaborative, improvement-focused team 

• Join HR Assist to deliver responsive HR support and grow your expertise in leading HR systems. 

• Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.  

The University of Melbourne  
We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website. 

Your next career opportunity  
In this HR Assist Officer role, you will deliver efficient HR services across the employee lifecycle. You will manage HR data, contracts and queries while developing deep expertise in key HR systems. You will also contribute to continuous improvement in a collaborative, service-focused shared services environment. 

What you will deliver:  

• Process end-to-end HR transactions in Workday, ensuring accurate data, compliance and timely updates across employee records. 

• Prepare and coordinate employment contracts, variation letters and related documentation for diverse university appointments and engagements. 

• Respond to HR queries, providing first-level guidance, escalating appropriately and supporting a consistent HR service model. 

• Support HR processes such as onboarding, offboarding and performance, working flexibly across specialist and high-volume areas. 

• Contribute to continuous improvement by suggesting enhancements, supporting system updates and sharing knowledge with team members. 

You may be a great fit if you:  

• Hold a relevant tertiary qualification and, or equivalent mix of education, training and HR experience. 

• Bring experience working with HR information systems, ideally including Workday, UKG and ServiceNow or similar platforms. 

• Demonstrate strong customer service skills, with proven ability to manage queries and build productive relationships. 

• Apply sound knowledge of HR policies and processes when preparing documentation and providing first-level advice. 

• Work effectively with ambiguity, adapting to changing priorities and working flexibly across different HR service areas. 

• Maintain strict confidentiality and accuracy when handling sensitive employee records and personal information. 

For further information please refer to the attached PD at the bottom of the advert.  

What we offer you!  
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:  

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation. 

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being.

• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning.

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave.

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company.

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program.

For more information check out our benefits page!  

Your new team – Chief Operating Officer Portfolio 

You will join the central HR Assist team within the Chief Operating Officer portfolio. The team delivers shared HR services across the employee lifecycle, supporting staff and leaders across the University. Colleagues collaborate closely, share knowledge and focus on service excellence, process efficiency and continuous improvement. You will be supported to develop your HR systems expertise and grow your career in a dynamic environment. 

Be Yourself  
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb. 

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants  
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.  

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at [email protected].  

Application essentials: 

• Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs. 

• You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.  

• A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.  

• Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.  

Want to know more? 

• For questions related to our recruitment process email Mick at [email protected] 

• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at [email protected] (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').  

Apply today and join a community that’s shaping the future. 

Applications close: Sunday 12th July 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.  

Position Description:  

JR-014466 - HR Assist Officer UOM 5 PD.pdf 

JR-014466 - HR Assist Officer UOM 5 PD.docx