Human Resources Advisor

HR Advisor
Full Time, Permanent
Interviews Commencing: 3 & 4 September 2026

Join a passionate team supporting exceptional staff and an outstanding girls' education environment.

At MLC School, we are committed to educating and inspiring young women to become fearless thinkers, agents of change, and compassionate leaders. We are seeking an experienced and collaborative HR Advisor to join our Human Resources team.

Reporting to the Head of Human Resources, this is a key advisory role that provides expert guidance across employee relations, industrial relations, workplace investigations, policy development, WHS, workers compensation, and compliance matters. You will partner closely with leaders across the School to support a positive, high-performing workplace culture while ensuring compliance with employment legislation, Awards, and Enterprise Agreements.

About the role
As HR Advisor, you will:

• Provide specialist advice on employee and industrial relations matters.
• Support leaders with performance management, conduct concerns, grievances, and workplace investigations.
• Develop, review, and implement HR policies, procedures, and training initiatives.
• Manage WHS and workers compensation matters.
• Assist with compliance audits, reporting, and HR projects.
• Contribute to staff wellbeing initiatives and continuous improvement of HR practices.
• Support operational HR activities across the School.

About you
You will bring:

• Demonstrated experience in a Human Resources advisory role.
• Strong knowledge of the Fair Work Act, Awards, Enterprise Agreements, and employment legislation.
• Experience managing employee relations matters, investigations, terminations, and workplace compliance.
• Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills.
• A collaborative and service-oriented approach, with the ability to work confidently with stakeholders at all levels.
• Tertiary qualifications in Human Resources or a related discipline.

Experience within an independent school or education environment will be highly regarded.

Why join MLC School?

MLC School offers a supportive and values-driven environment where staff are encouraged to grow, collaborate, and make a meaningful contribution to the life of the School. You will join a dedicated team that is committed to excellence in education and employee experience.

We offer:

• A supportive and professional working environment
• The opportunity to contribute meaningfully to the life of a leading independent school
• Ongoing professional learning and development opportunities
• CPR and First Aid certification
• State-of-the-art facilities and contemporary workspaces
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
• Salary packaging benefits and access to Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Discounted school fees
• Convenient onsite parking and easy access to public transport
• Access to the School’s gymnasium and indoor Aquatic Centre, and access to Fitness Passport

If you are an experienced HR professional looking to make a genuine impact within a dynamic school community, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted via the MLC School Careers Portal and include:

• A cover letter addressing your suitability for the role
• A current resume, including the contact details of three professional referees

Applications close: 30 August 2026
Please note the advertising closing date is indicative only and MLC School reserves the right to close the advertisement before this date is reached. Therefore, you are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible.

We do not welcome interest from recruitment agencies at this time.