Our client is one of Australia’s most prestigious cultural institutions, where creativity, innovation, and excellence come together to deliver extraordinary experiences.

This is a place where art inspires, culture connects, and people matter –an environment that thrives on collaboration, professionalism, and forward-thinking solutions.

The Opportunity

This Payroll and/or Recruitment Officer role is pivotal in supporting the organisation’s people operations. You will have the opportunity to ensure payroll and recruitment processes run smoothly, accurately, and efficiently, while also helping to drive improvements in systems and processes.

You will work closely with colleagues across the organisation, becoming a advisor and providing guidance on payroll and/or recruitment matters. Whether your expertise is in payroll, recruitment, or both, this role provides scope to make a visible impact and grow professionally in a high-profile, dynamic environment. Your contribution will directly influence staff satisfaction, engagement, and operational excellence.

The Role

Reporting into the HR leadership team. Depending on your skill set, responsibilities may include:

• Processing accurate and timely payroll using Aurion for all staff
• Managing recruitment activities, from advertising to onboarding
• Maintaining HR systems and ensuring compliance with policies and legislation
• Providing professional guidance to managers and staff on payroll and/or recruitment matters
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the HR function

The Ideal Person

You are a highly organised, proactive professional who thrives on accuracy, efficiency, and practical problem-solving. You bring hands-on experience in Aurion, payroll, recruitment, or both, and understand how effective people processes contribute to a positive workplace culture and organisational success.

You can balance multiple priorities with ease, maintain confidentiality, and provide guidance with confidence and clarity. Your interpersonal skills allow you to build strong, trusted relationships across all levels of the organisation. Forward-thinking and solutions-oriented, you identify opportunities to improve processes and make a tangible difference.

Above all, you are motivated by contributing to an environment where people and culture are valued, and your work is recognised as essential to organisational success. This is a rare chance to apply your expertise in a high-profile, nationally significant environment where your impact is immediate, visible, and meaningful.

Salary / Rate

• $80k – $100k + Super
• 3 month non-ongoing with the view to permanent
• Immediate start on offer

How to Apply

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Sarah Fowler on 02 6108 4878 quoting ref no. 20984

HorizonOne is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and we encourage applications from people of all cultures, capabilities and backgrounds.