Senior People and Wellbeing Business Partner

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the palawa/pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present

• Partner with leaders to deliver strategic workforce plans and solutions
• Provide expert HR advice, including complex employee relations matters
• Ongoing and fixed-term opportunities, remote work considered

About the Opportunity

We are seeking experienced HR professionals to explore both ongoing and fixed-term opportunities within our team.

This is a unique opportunity to step into a senior business partnering role, where you will work closely with leaders to address complex people challenges, influence decision-making, and deliver impactful workforce strategies.

You will bring strong HR expertise, sound judgement, and the confidence to partner at a senior level—balancing strategic thinking with practical, outcomes-focused advice.

What you'll do

• Partner with leaders to design and deliver workforce strategies aligned to business priorities
• Provide trusted advice on complex employee relations and industrial matters
• Coach and uplift leader capability to strengthen people management practices
• Contribute to initiatives that enhance organisational culture, engagement, and ways of working
• Collaborate across People & Wellbeing and specialist teams to deliver integrated, cohesive solutions

These roles come at a pivotal time, following a significant People and Wellbeing transformation, offering the opportunity to contribute to a contemporary and forward-looking workplace relations function.

Opportunities are available on both an ongoing and fixed-term (including parental leave cover) basis. Flexible working arrangements are supported, with remote options available for fixed-term appointments, alongside location-flexible and Tasmanian-based roles.

About the University

The University of Tasmania is a mission-driven institution dedicated to making a difference for Lutruwita/Tasmania and a distinctive contribution from Tasmania to the world. As the sole university on the island, the University is deeply embedded in the social, economic, and environmental fabric of Tasmania, working in close partnership with communities, industry, and government to address key challenges in education, health, productivity, and climate action. The University takes pride in its place-based identity, leveraging Tasmania’s unique geography, culture, and resources to offer world-leading research and education.

What we're looking for

You are an experienced HR professional who can operate confidently in a complex environment and build strong, trusted relationships.

We’re particularly interested in candidates who bring:

• Significant experience in HR business partnering or senior HR advisory roles
• Strong knowledge of Australian employment and industrial relations frameworks
• Proven capability managing complex employee relations matters
• Advanced stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
• Experience coaching leaders and building capability
• Ability to use data and insight to inform decisions
• Sound judgement and risk management in sensitive matters

Experience in higher education is desirable but not essential.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 8 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $152,033, comprising base salary within the range of $114,282 to $129,943 plus 17% superannuation.

What’s on offer

• 17% superannuation
• 26 weeks paid parental leave (primary carers)
• Health and fitness benefits
• Discounts on accommodation, car hire, banking and insurance
• Flexible working and contemporary workplace practices

How to apply

Please provide:

• A current resume
• A maximum 1-page cover letter outlining your motivation and suitability

 Position Description - Senior People and Wellbeing Business Partner (2026).pdf

Applications close 11.55pm Sunday 19 July 2026 (AEST)

For further information, contact Luke Franks, Director Business Partnering via email at luke.franks@utas.edu.au.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfill the requirements of this role.

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police background checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.