• Chief Operating Officer Portfolio
• Full-time, fixed-term position until 31/07/2026
• Base salary will be in the range $113,377 - $127,112 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 8)
• Based at our St. Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity

Are you a strategic HR professional with a passion for governance, transformation, and driving meaningful change? This is your chance to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of HR at UQ.

The Senior Consultant, HR Governance and Projects is responsible for ensuring effective HR governance, compliance, and driving strategic HR initiatives. Reporting to the Senior Manager, HR Projects and Governance, the role manages all governance activities for the HR function including management and improvement of HR's information management framework, supporting annual processes and compliance requirements and coordinating education and training for HR. The role is also responsible for supporting the delivery of HR transformation initiatives that focus on improving service delivery and enhancing the performance of the function. This role is instrumental in identifying and implementing best practices within the HR domain and plays a pivotal role in shaping the overall employee experience.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing HR governance activities, procedures, and practices to align with regulatory requirements and internal controls, including collaboration with the internal audit team on compliance and to drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain and enhance HR's knowledge and information management framework, including SharePoint, staff website and training resources, ensuring accuracy, accessibility, and relevance for staff.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to foster collaboration, provide expert HR governance advice, and champion transformation initiatives across the function.
• Manage HR projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with organisational goals

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
• 17% superannuation contributions
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight
• Health and wellness discounts - fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
• UQ Study for Staff
• Affordable parking (from just $5.75 a day)
• Salary packaging options

About You

• Extensive experience in HR governance, compliance, and project management, with a proven ability to drive organisational transformation initiatives.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex HR data, identify trends, and develop actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence, collaborate, and build strong relationships across all levels of an organisation.
• High level of proficiency in knowledge management, including maintaining HR policies, procedures, and digital resources to ensure accessibility and accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, work autonomously, and deliver outcomes in a fast-paced, complex environment.
• A commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and upholding the values of integrity, inclusivity, and excellence in HR service delivery.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including right to work in Australia and a criminal check.

Work Rights:

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Mrs Sarah Barton | Senior Manager, HR Projects and Governance at [email protected] For application queries, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the 'About You' section
• Resume

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close 13/03/2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-48744). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for the week of the 17th of March.