Haileybury welcomes applications for the role of Human Resource Manager to lead our Human Resources team. This is a Full-Time, Ongoing (1.0 FTE), commencing in November 2026.
Reporting to the Director of Human Resources and Business Planning, the HR Manager will play a key role in leading the operational delivery of the HR function, supporting the team to deliver effective day-to-day HR services, systems and practices.
Key Responsibilities
As the HR Manager, you will:
- Lead day-to-day HR operations across the employee lifecycle, ensuring delivery of strategic HR initiatives and business outcomes
- Drive continuous improvement of HR systems, reporting, policies and processes to enhance compliance, employee experience and the EVP
- Maintain accurate employee records and ensure HR documentation, contracts, policies and procedures remain current and compliant
- Partner with Payroll to oversee Award interpretation and compliance, including wage rates, employment conditions and contractual obligations
- Provide expert guidance on employee and industrial relations matters, supporting leaders and managing complex grievances and disputes
- Contribute to initiatives that attract, develop, retain and reward employees across the School
- Act as a trusted HR Business Partner, maintaining close operational engagement with key stakeholder groups
- Undertake other duties as required.
About You
At Haileybury we are seeking exceptional people. We are looking for a team player who brings the following skills and experience:
- Proven experience in HR business partnering within a complex, multi-faceted environment
- Highly developed communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and build strong relationships
- Adaptable and responsive approach to delivering HR support aligned with organisational values and principles
- Strong HRIS, payroll and data management expertise
- Excellent planning and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Sound knowledge and application of the National Employment Standards and relevant industrial relations legislation
- Tertiary qualifications in HR or business related disciplined and minimum 5 years of progressive experience in HR function or school leadership role.
Why work for us?
- Competitive salary, with further career development and opportunities.
- Ongoing professional and personal development.
- Excellent on-site facilities, grounds and working environment.
- Supportive, hybrid and flexible work options.
- Employee leave benefits such as paid parental leave and additional personal leave.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Various financial benefits to employees through discount partnership programs and salary packaging options.
Want to find out more?
To view the position description, please click on the attachment below. For all inquiries, please contact Stephanie Newbold via stephanie.newbold@haileybury.com.au.
To apply, please click on the “Apply Now” button to be directed to our online recruitment portal. Please note we do not accept emailed applications.
Applications close: (10:00 am) Monday, 19 October 2026.
Interviews may be conducted prior to the application closing date.
Successful applicants must have the right to work in Australia and either hold, or be willing to obtain, a current National Police Check and an Employee Working With Children Check prior to commencement.
Haileybury is committed to the protection of children and the promotion of a culturally safe and supportive working environment for diverse communities. The successful applicant will be required to satisfy child protection screening and adhere at all times to the schools’ Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, (https://www.haileybury.com.au/policies).
Haileybury is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and create an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.