HR Manager (12-Months Parental Leave contract)

Macarthur Legal Centre (MLC) is a not-for-profit community legal centre committed to building a safe and fair community where people know their rights and are supported to use them. We provide free legal, tenancy, and domestic and family violence support services in the Macarthur region and beyond. 

We're committed to building a workplace where people feel valued, supported and connected. Guided by our values of Integrity, Excellence and Collaboration, we work together to create positive outcomes for our community and each other. 

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to join our Management Team on a 12-month fixed-term parental leave contract, working 3-4 days per week. 

Reporting to the Executive Officer and working as part of our Management Team, you'll provide both strategic and practical HR support across the employee lifecycle, partnering closely with managers and staff to strengthen capability, performance and workplace culture. 

This is not a "business as usual" HR role. Over the past 12 months, MLC has introduced a new HR and payroll system, commenced organisation-wide values work, and developed a new strategic direction. The next phase focuses on embedding these foundations and continuing to build sustainable HR, leadership and performance frameworks that support our people and our mission. 

• Lead and manage MLC's HR function. 
• Partner with managers to provide practical advice and support on employee relations, performance and workplace matters. 
• Lead recruitment, onboarding and workforce planning activities. 
• Build, embed and continuously improve HR policies, systems and frameworks. 
• Manage employee records, HR systems and reporting, and support payroll administration. 
• Drive initiatives that strengthen leadership capability, staff wellbeing and workplace culture. 
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, the SCHADS Award and organisational requirements. 
• Contribute to strategic planning as a member of the Management Team. 

We're looking for someone who is practical, collaborative and values-driven, with the ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery. You will bring: 

• Experience in a senior HR or Human Resources Manager role. 
• Strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation and contemporary HR practice. 
• Experience providing advice and support on employee relations, performance management and workplace matters. 
• Excellent communication, relationship-building and stakeholder management skills. 
• The ability to work both strategically and operationally in a small, collaborative organisation. 
• A commitment to MLC's values and social justice mission. 

Highly desirable: 

• Experience working in the not-for-profit, community services or community legal sector. 
• Knowledge of the SCHADS Award and its application. 
• Experience using Employment Hero, including HR and payroll functions. 

• Flexible part-time working arrangements and genuine work-life balance. 
• Salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay. 
• Access to Fitness Passport for discounted health and fitness memberships. 
• Based locally in the Campbelltown area. 

If you are an experienced HR professional looking to make a difference in a values-driven organisation, we would love to hear from you. To submit your application, please email your CV and cover letter to **@maclegal.net.au by 5pm 30 August 2026. 

If you have any questions about the role before applying, please email **@maclegal.net.au. 

Macarthur Legal Centre is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that represents our community. We encourage applications from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to providing an environment where everyone feels respected and valued.