Human Resources Coordinator - 12mth Contract - Sydney Cbd
Posted on May 30, 2025 by King & Wood Mallesons
- Sydney, Australia
- N/A
- Full Time
- Take advantage of this 12mth contract to get your foot in the door of the HR team of the 2025 winner of ‘Australia Firm of the Year’ - International Financial Law Review (IFLR)
- Be part of a transformational time where we continue to look at how we Learn. Master. Lead.
- You will be supported by an experienced and collaborative HR team, offering opportunities for development and ongoing learning, in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Who are we?
A firm born in Asia, underpinned by world class capability.
With over 3700 lawyers in 27 global locations, we help our clients manage their risk and enable their growth. Our full-service offering combines un-matched top tier local capability complemented with an international platform.
We have deep roots in Australia spanning almost 200 years and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waters.
Role Detail
Reporting to a People & Development (P&D) Manager, as a core member of the P&D team (approx 65 nationally), you will often collaborate with multiple internal stakeholders, across our various offices and provide administrative and organisational support.
Based in our Sydney CBD office, with a balanced approach to WFH, you will have the opportunity to be involved in a variety of P&D related projects and initiatives, supporting both the P&D team and the firm.
Working closely with our national P&D Coordinators, your key responsibilities will include:
- Assisting in all areas of the employment life cycle from onboarding of new staff, preparing employment contracts and correspondence, change in employment conditions, and arranging exits
- Liaising with payroll regarding employee entitlements, benefits, parental leave payments, change to work arrangements, leave arrangements
- WorkDay system updates and maintenance
- Maintaining P&D records and electronic personnel files
- Reporting
- General P&D Support
- Involvement in national and local P&D team projects and initiatives
About You
With an excellence without arrogance ethos, your organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to connect the dots will set you apart.
This role gives a unique experience to gain exposure across many areas of a top tier law firm, utilising your ability to adapt and tailor to your environment, and your people centric approach. You will also bring:
- 2–3 years’ experience in a similar role with a natural curiosity to learn more
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
- General working knowledge of Workday or a similar HRIS system (will be looked on favourably).
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Professional communication skills, both written and verbal
- Discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information
- An understanding of Human Resources practices in a large organisation
- Knowledge of the legal or professional services environment
- Please note internally this role is called People & Development Coordinator
Next Steps
Applications close COB Wednesday 11th June 2025.
If you have any questions or need any further information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Bridget on 02) 9296 3563.
If you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you must hold all visas and other approvals necessary for you to work for the firm in Australia.
Why work with us?
We promote a collaborative culture where people feel respected, valued and supported both personally and professionally, and where diversity and inclusion also play an important role in enhancing our knowledge,
driving innovative solutions for our clients
and creating positive social impact
.
We live by our
Principles
, and strive for mastery in all that we do. We take pride in the high quality work we deliver. Working with colleagues and clients who are leaders in their fields, means the ability to explore new paths to progress with continual learning and development, career and leadership opportunities.
As part of the KWM community you’ll have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives,
benefits
, policies and processes, to enable you to achieve your career goals.
At KWM, we’ll provide you with the platform to Learn, Master, Lead.
Advertised until:
June 29, 2025
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