HR & Human Resources Jobs in Australia

Chandler Macleod recruits across the full HR function, including HR coordinators, HR advisors, HR business partners, talent acquisition specialists, recruitment consultants, payroll officers, learning and development managers, workforce planning analysts and HR directors. Roles span corporate, government, healthcare and professional services sectors across Australia.

Most HR roles in Australia benefit from a degree in Human Resources, Business, Commerce or a related field. AHRI (Australian HR Institute) accreditation is increasingly valued by employers and can strengthen your application at all career levels. Some specialist roles, particularly in payroll and workplace relations, may require additional certification, while entry-level HR administrator positions are sometimes open to candidates with relevant transferable experience.

HR roles are available across all work types. Temporary and contract HR positions are common in government agencies, large corporates and organisations managing change programs, parental leave cover or project-based HR work. Permanent roles are available at all seniority levels, from HR coordinators through to HR directors, across most industries.

Australian employers commonly seek experience with HRIS platforms including Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, BambooHR, and Chris21 (widely used in the public sector). Payroll system experience (micropay, ADP, Aurion) is valued for payroll-adjacent HR roles. Familiarity with Australian-specific requirements including Fair Work compliance, modern awards and enterprise bargaining is also highly regarded.

HR professionals in Australia typically move from coordinator or administrator roles into HR advisor or business partner positions, before progressing to senior HR manager or HR director level. Specialisation in employee relations, organisational development, compensation and benefits, or workforce analytics can accelerate progression. Chief People Officer roles are increasingly available in mid-to-large organisations across government, financial services and healthcare.

Search current HR and human resources vacancies on this page and apply online. You can also register your profile with Chandler Macleod so our HR recruitment specialists can match you to roles as they become available, including positions that may not be publicly advertised.