• Exciting opportunity to join the People and Culture Team at a world-class University.
• Full-time (1.0 FTE) appointment on an ongoing basis.
• Base salary range: $80,243 – $88,940 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

People & Culture plays a critical role in the University achieving its challenging aims and ambitions. UWA’s strategy for the development and performance of its people is at the core of the University’s planning. The ability of P&C professionals to partner effectively with senior leadership teams across the University is crucial to develop opportunities and provide practical and innovative solutions to achieve academic and business goals.

About the opportunity

• You will provide accurate high-level support, advice and administration of transactional activities to support the Onboarding process for the University to effectively integrate new employees.
• Working closely with the Talent Acquisition and the P&C Contracts teams, you will support in developing a strong culture of service-orientation within the team and provide advice on contract policies and processes, as well as conducting high volume administrative processing.
• It will be your responsibility to deliver a high standard of operational excellence to the University by facilitating the employee contract and onboarding process, including query resolution, transactional issue handling and documentation for employees of the university. You will conduct a personalised, efficient and streamlined customer service experience for the business. 

About you

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or demonstrated equivalent competency.
• A background in HR or specifically onboarding roles, typically 2+ years, is often required to understand HR processes and best practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication to facilitate onboarding sessions if required, convey information clearly and interact with new hires, managers and HR colleagues effectively.
• Advanced proficiency in HRIS (Human Resource Information Systems) is desirable.
• Focused on delivering a positive, supportive experience for new hires throughout their transition.

Special Requirements

• Current National Police Clearance Certificate (conducted by UWA).

Position description:  POSITION DESCRIPTION - P&C Officer (Contracts) (520531).docx

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Maya Subotic, at maya.subotic@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday 22^nd June 2025.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Learn more about us.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have questions, contact the person listed in the ad or email people@uwa.edu.au with the 6-digit job reference number.