Achieving success through the diversity of our people

About us

Norton Rose Fulbright is a global legal practice. We provide the world's pre-eminent corporations and financial institutions with a full business law service. We have more than 4,000 lawyers based in over 50 cities across Europe, the United States, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa, the Middle East and Central Asia.

The role

We currently have an opportunity for a Human Resources Coordinator to join the National People & Development team in our Sydney office. This is a unique opportunity to develop your Human Resources career as a valued member of the collaborative HR Operations team. This role will work closely with the People & Development team in all core aspects of HR administration and coordination.

The key responsibilities and requirements for this role are as follows:

Responsibilities

• Management of all induction and on boarding activities for our new starters; preparation of timetables and induction packs and conducting our firm's welcome induction.
• Coordinate HR administration associated with probation, variations and departures including the creation of employment agreements and other associated documentation.
• Assist with the coordination of annual performance, planning and review processes, promotion processes as well as involvement in ad hoc national HR projects.
• Execute Workplace Health and Safety legislation compliance activities for the Sydney office.
• Where required, participate in the interview process for the summer clerkship program including scheduling and participating in interviews and networking evenings.

Requirements

• Prior HR administration experience gained ideally within a legal or professional services firm or a leading corporate environment.
• Strong organisational, administrative and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in a professional services environment.
• Tertiary qualification in HR or currently completing relevant HR qualification.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office, advanced Word and Excel skills are essential.

The successful candidate will need to be an energetic, driven and focussed individual. At Norton Rose Fulbright Australia, you will be rewarded with genuine career prospects and an excellent team environment renowned for its collaborative culture, passion for client service and professional development opportunities. Remuneration will be commensurate with relevant experience. Please note we will not be accepting agency applications for this position.

We are proud that Norton Rose Fulbright in Australia has been recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) as well as a gold tier employer for LGBTI Inclusion through the Australian Workplace Equality Index. In 2023 we were re-accredited as a Family Inclusive Workplace and always encourage people to discuss flexible and hybrid work options with us.

We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.

To apply online click the 'Apply' button below. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process or if the application portal is inaccessible to you, please don't hesitate to contact Yvette Borradale via (03) 8686 6003 or Yvette.borradale@nortonrosefulbright.com for a confidential discussion.

If you are trans or gender diverse and would like a confidential discussion before applying, please contact Yvette Borradale (03) 8686 6003 or Scott Baker (02) 9330 8578.