Job description
This is a remote position.
We are recruiting an experienced HR Assistant to support an Australian outsourced HR team working across multiple client accounts.
This is a remote, part-time contractor role starting at a minimum of 15 hours per week during the initial two-month trial period. The preferred structure is approximately 3 hours per day, Monday to Friday, with regular availability during Perth business hours.
There is scope for hours to increase depending on workload, client requirements and performance, however 25 hours per week cannot be guaranteed from commencement.
The role will support the existing HR Manager and wider team across day-to-day HR administration and client delivery. You will work across several client accounts rather than being dedicated to one business, so strong organisation, communication and the ability to manage competing priorities are essential.
Key responsibilities include:
Recruitment support and candidate administration
Employee onboarding and offboarding
Preparing employment contracts and HR documentation
Maintaining employee records and HR files
Supporting HR policies and procedures
Fair Work and Modern Award research
Employee classification checks
Payroll and HR compliance checks
Performance management administration
Investigation support and documentation
Maintaining training and compliance records
HR reporting and general administration
Supporting multiple client accounts simultaneously
Communicating professionally with internal team members and clients
Maintaining accurate task, time and client records
The role operates as a support function. Final decisions relating to terminations, remuneration, disciplinary outcomes, strategic HR matters and legal matters remain with the HR Manager, client management and relevant senior stakeholders.
Systems may include:
Deputy
Xero
Employment Hero
Google Workspace, including Gmail, Drive, Docs and Sheets
Microsoft Office and Outlook
Zoom
Internal time-tracking and task management systems
Various client-specific HR and payroll platforms
Experience in every system is not required. Training will be provided on internal processes and client-specific platforms.
Requirements
Previous hands-on experience working within Australian HR
Strong working knowledge of Fair Work Australia
Practical understanding of Modern Awards
Experience with employee classifications and award interpretation
Experience preparing and working with employment contracts
Good understanding of HR policies, procedures and compliance requirements
Experience supporting onboarding and offboarding processes
Exposure to payroll or HR compliance checks
Experience maintaining employee records and HR documentation
Confidence supporting performance management and investigation administration
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Comfortable communicating directly with clients and internal stakeholders
Able to work across multiple client accounts at the same time
Strong organisation and follow-up skills
High level of discretion and confidentiality
Able to work independently while understanding when matters need to be escalated
Reliable availability approximately 3 hours per day, Monday to Friday
Ability to work during hours reasonably aligned with Perth business hours
Reliable remote work setup with stable internet and a professional workspace
Comfortable using or learning systems such as Deputy, Xero, Employment Hero, Google Workspace and Microsoft Office
The priority is someone who already understands the Australian HR environment. Training can be provided on systems and internal processes, but the successful candidate should not require training in Australian HR fundamentals.
Benefits
What We Offer
AUD $15.00 per hour
Minimum 15 hours per week during the initial two-month trial period
Approximately 3 hours per day, Monday to Friday
Flexibility around exact start and finish times, provided there is consistent availability during Perth business hours
Scope for hours to increase depending on workload, client requirements and performance
• Remote working arrangement
Exposure to multiple Australian businesses and industries
Opportunity to work closely with an experienced HR Manager
Broad exposure across recruitment, employee relations administration, compliance, onboarding, payroll support and HR operations
Training provided on internal systems and processes
Opportunity to build deeper experience within Australian HR and outsourced HR consulting
The candidate can have other commitments outside the agreed hours, but their allocated working hours need to remain consistent, reliable and communicated in advance if changes are required.
Originally posted on Himalayas
Who can apply
Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.