Human Resources Business Partner (Fixed Term Contractor)

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Dimensional Fund Advisors seeks a fixed term HR Business Partner in Sydney to act as a strategic advisor, culture carrier and change agent, aligning HR with business priorities across the employee lifecycle, talent management and inclusion. Reporting to the Head of HR APAC, the role blends hands-on work with strategy, including coaching, stakeholder management, compliance with employment law and modern awards, WHS and psychosocial risk management. Desirable candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree and experience in asset management or financial services, with proven HRBP work across HR functions. To apply, tailor your CV to show measurable coaching and performance results, highlight collaboration across matrixed teams and strong leader communication; mention on-site eligibility in Sydney and commitment to equal opportunity.

Job Description:

Dimensional’s Human Resources department drives organizational success by recruiting and cultivating a high-performing, highly engaged workforce. HR serves as a strategic commercial partner across all departments to drive business results. By attracting a broad array of diverse talent with a commitment to excellence and by establishing an environment where people can learn and grow, HR supports Dimensional’s mission and values. 

Reporting to the Head of HR, APAC the Business Partner acts as a strategic advisor, culture carrier, and change agent to further enhance business performance by aligning HR with business strategy. In this role, you will contribute both hands-on and strategically while working collaboratively with leaders across the firm to drive strategic people priorities and solutions that accelerate the achievement of business objectives through talent management, diversity and inclusion, rewards and recognition and organizational effectiveness.

This is a fixed term contract until the end of January.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with leaders to provide operational and strategic HR advice across the employee lifecycle.
• Build strong business relationships with internal clients and stakeholders.
• Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to leaders (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions) to improve employee experience and increase employee productivity and retention.
• Ensure compliance with relevant employment legislation, modern awards and company policies.
• Partner with leaders to promote a psychologically safe and healthy workplace aligned with WHS obligations.
• Support the identification, assessment and management of psychosocial hazards and risks
• Facilitate and support the business through annual HR initiatives including talent and performance, compensation, talent planning, and change management programs.

Desirable Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required; Asset Management or Financial Services experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in a HR Business Partner or similar role.
• In depth specialist, with technical knowledge across multiple HR functions such as reward, employee relations, analytics, talent management, org design and development.
• Experience working in a highly collaborative, matrixed organization.
• Experience managing employee relations matters and providing coaching to leaders.
• Aptitude to operate at a senior level and with a global mindset.
• Demonstrated strong internal stakeholder management, both with senior management, individual contributors and internal support functions.
• Superior communication, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Dimensional offers a variety of programs to help take care of you, your family, and your career, including comprehensive benefits, educational initiatives, and special celebrations of our history, culture, and growth.

It is the policy of the Company to provide equal opportunity for all employees and applicants.  The Company recruits, hires, trains, promotes, compensates, and administers all personnel actions without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, religious practice, creed, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), caregiver status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender identity, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, familial status, domestic partnership status, military or veteran status or service, unemployment status, citizenship status or alienage, sexual orientation, status as a victim of domestic violence, status as a victim of stalking, status as a victim of sex offenses, genetic information, political activities or recreational activities, arrest or conviction record, salary history, natural hairstyle or any other status protected by applicable law except as otherwise required or permitted by law or regulation applicable to the Company or its affiliates.