About the organisation

From advances in dementia and mental health to discoveries in chronic pain and falls prevention, Neuroscience Research Australia (NeuRA) has been at the forefront of neuroscience for over 30 years. We are an independent, not-for-profit, medical research institute dedicated to improving the lives of people living with brain and nervous system disorders.

About the role

A new opportunity has arisen for a People & Culture Administrator to play a key role in supporting NeuRA’s people operations and recently implemented HRIS, Employment Hero.

This is a hands-on, end-to-end HR administration role focused on delivering a seamless employee lifecycle experience - from recruitment, appointment and onboarding through to offboarding - while ensuring data accuracy and system integrity.

Working within a small and collaborative People & Culture team, this role is ideal for a proactive self-starter who enjoys balancing operational delivery with systems and process improvement.

Key responsibilities

Employee Lifecycle & HR Administration

HRIS (Employment Hero) Ownership

• Act as the key administrator and subject matter expert for Employment Hero
• Maintain data integrity and produce reporting and workforce insights
• Support system users and troubleshoot queries
• Identify opportunities to improve system functionality and user experience

HRIS Implementation & Projects

• Support Phase 2 implementation (performance, goal setting, enhancements)
• Assist with system rollouts, testing, training and change initiatives
• Contribute to process mapping, automation and continuous improvement projects

About you

You are a confident and capable HR administrator who enjoys being the engine room of a People & Culture function.

You’ll bring:

• Previous experience in a HR / People & Culture Administration role
• Hands-on experience with Employment Hero (essential)
• Strong understanding of employee lifecycle processes and HR systems
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
• A proactive, self-starting approach – comfortable working in a small team
• Strong interpersonal skills with the confidence to engage across all levels
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to support beyond your core remit

This role will suit someone looking to grow their career in HR, with exposure to systems implementation and broader P&C initiatives.

Benefits & culture

• Be part of a purpose-driven medical research organisation
• Exposure to HRIS implementation and transformation projects
• Collaborative, high-performing and supportive team culture
• Hybrid working (primarily on-site with one day WFH)
• Convenient Randwick location with access to light rail and public transport
• Opportunity to grow and develop your HR career

How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please apply via the 'Apply Now' button with your CV and a tailored cover letter.

For further information, please contact  Orla Minogue  at [email protected] using the subject line: People and Culture Administrator - Neuroscience Research Australia enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

At Beaumont People, we believe a diverse workplace is a happy workplace, and we love working with organisations that feel the same way. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with disabilities.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital or parental status. Should you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know how we can support you.