HR Consultant jobs

VPS4 $100,894 to $114,476 (plus superannuation)

• 2 x ongoing positions
• Hybrid working conditions

About the role

Reporting to the Senior HR Business Partner, the HR Consultant (HR Advisor - VPS4) contributes towards the effective service delivery of HR services, systems and processes. Through cross-functional collaboration, the HR Consultant provides high quality support, advice and services regarding people management matters and HR policies, procedures and best practice. Fostering a culture of high performance, they will drive innovation and improvement and enable consistent, effective, and best-practice people management aligned to organisational objectives.

As a member of the HR Business Partnering team, you will be working closely with managers and stakeholders, providing practical advice, guidance and solutions on a broad range of people matters.

This role is integral to ensuring HR policies, systems and processes are applied consistently and effectively. Through strong cross-functional collaboration, you will contribute to building capability in people management across the department.

Key responsibilities

• Provide timely and accurate advice to managers on HR policies and procedures and workplace relations matters.
• Support the implementation of HR initiatives, programs and frameworks across the organisation.
• Contribute to the consistent application of people management practices aligned with organisational policies and legislative requirements.
• Partner with stakeholders to identify and address workforce needs and people-related challenges and support the end-to-end case management of HR matters.
• Support workforce planning, recruitment and organisational change activities.
• Maintain accurate HR records and contribute to reporting and data insights.

About you

You are a proactive and solutions-focused HR practitioner who enjoys working collaboratively and supporting others to achieve great people outcomes.

You will bring:

• Experience providing HR advice and support across a range of people matters.
• Strong understanding of HR policies, procedures, and relevant employment legislation.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, as well as strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement.

A tertiary qualification in a relevant field is desirable, but not essential.

Why join us?

• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful work within the Victorian Public Sector.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Flexible and inclusive working arrangements.

How to apply

Applicants should submit a brief cover letter outlining their interest in the role and the skills and experiences they will bring to the position in relation to the key selection criteria (no more than 2 pages), plus a CV.

We're not using AI to shortlist or screen applications. You're welcome to use tools to help with spelling or grammar, however, please ensure your application genuinely reflects your own skills and experiences.

About the department

The Department of Education is responsible for leading the delivery of education and development services to children, young people and adults both directly through government schools and indirectly through the regulation and funding of early childhood services, non-government schools and training programs across Victoria.

The department strives to be a values-based organisation that is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all.

About the Division

The People Strategy and Operations (VPS) Division is responsible for the department's human resources policies and services for the department's Victorian Public Service (VPS) workforce. It provides end-to-end people services, strategic workplace relations advice and support, employee learning and inclusion programs and support, workforce data analytics and strategic planning, and manages corporate office working places and environmental sustainability.

About the Branch

The HR Policy and Strategy (VPS) Branch is responsible for providing strategic HR and workplace relations advice and support for the department's VPS workforce. The branch develops human resources policies, programs and strategies to recruit and support a high performing workforce, whilst promoting best practice and compliance with relevant legislation. In addition, the branch provides strategic advice and recommendations on workforce issues relevant to the department and the Victorian Public Sector more broadly.

Further information

For more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in your application.

The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the department website.

Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.

For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Julie Lucid via Julie.Lucid@education.vic.gov.au Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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Applications close 11:59pm on Tuesday 4 August 2026.