• Lead talent acquisition and operational people partnering for one of Australia's leading medical research institutes
• Play a pivotal role in attracting, developing and supporting the people driving life-changing research for children
• Permanent full-time role based in Westmead with hybrid working arrangements

Impact of the organisation

Children's Medical Research Institute (CMRI) is Australia's first dedicated paediatric research institute and one of the world's leading independent medical research organisations. CMRI's work spans cancer, genomics, neurobiology and embryology, with world-leading programs such as ProCan transforming how cancer is diagnosed and treated globally.

CMRI's life-changing research is powered not only by scientific excellence, but by a highly engaged community of supporters, donors and partners. Flagship fundraising programs such as Jeans for Genes and Great Cycle Challenge have generated millions in vital funding and continue to play an important role in advancing research that changes the lives of children and families around the world.

Behind every scientific breakthrough is an exceptional and diverse workforce of researchers, clinicians and professional staff. As CMRI continues to strengthen its People function, this is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative team and help attract, support and develop the talented people whose work is shaping the future of children's health.

Impact you will have in this role

Reporting to the Head of People, the Talent & People Business Partner is a pivotal role that combines strategic talent acquisition with hands-on people partnering. You will lead end-to-end recruitment and be responsible for the operational delivery of the People function, partnering closely with leaders to deliver an exceptional employee and candidate experience across the entire employment lifecycle.

This is far more than a traditional HR Business Partner role. Working within a highly regarded medical research institute, you'll support a diverse workforce of researchers, clinicians and professional staff, managing the unique complexities of grant-funded employment, international recruitment, visa sponsorships and workforce planning.

You'll become a trusted advisor to leaders, helping them navigate people challenges while supporting the delivery of high-quality, consistent and compliant services

With responsibility spanning both talent acquisition and operational HR, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to how CMRI attracts, engages and supports exceptional people, while contributing to key initiatives including leadership development, onboarding, employee engagement and future HR systems transformation.

Key responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruitment across scientific, research and corporate roles, delivering an exceptional experience for both candidates and hiring managers.
• Partner with leaders to provide practical, solutions-focused advice across performance, employee relations, workforce planning and day-to-day people matters.
• Manage the full employee lifecycle, including employment contracts, renewals, onboarding, offboarding and employment documentation.
• Oversee visa administration, sponsorship and international employee compliance while supporting the Institute's global workforce.
• Monitor fixed-term and grant-funded contracts, partnering with leaders and Finance to ensure workforce continuity and compliance.
• Manage the day-to-day delivery of People operations, identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and employee experience and making recommendations to the Head of People.
• Coach and develop the People & Talent Advisor, providing leadership, guidance and quality oversight across operational HR and recruitment.
• Support the implementation of key People initiatives including leadership capability, onboarding, engagement, workforce planning and HR systems improvement.

About you

You are an experienced HR professional who enjoys being close to the business and thrives in a fast-paced, operational environment where no two days are the same.

You genuinely enjoy talent acquisition and understand the impact a great recruitment experience can have on an organisation's success. At the same time, you're confident partnering with leaders on people matters, building trusted relationships and providing practical, solutions-focused advice.

You will also have:

• Demonstrated experience as an HR Business Partner, Senior HR Advisor or similar operational People role.
• Strong end-to-end recruitment experience with a passion for attracting exceptional talent and delivering an outstanding candidate experience.
• Sound knowledge of Australian employment legislation and HR best practice.
• Experience managing employee relations, performance management and workplace matters independently.
• The ability to build trusted relationships and confidently coach and influence leaders at all levels.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Experience leading, mentoring or coaching junior HR team members.
• A proactive, hands-on approach with a willingness to support all aspects of the People function and continuously improve processes.
• Experience within medical research, healthcare, higher education, not-for-profit or another knowledge-based environment will be highly regarded, although not essential.

Benefits of working with Children's Medical Research Institute

• Join one of Australia's most respected medical research institutes, where every role contributes to improving the lives of children and families around the world.
• Contribute to exciting People initiatives, including leadership development, onboarding, employee engagement and future HR systems transformation.
• Be part of a supportive People team committed to continuous improvement and delivering an exceptional employee experience.
• Access hybrid working arrangements and a modern workplace based in Westmead.

How to Apply

Upload your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability and interest in the position.

If you have any questions or would like a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Chloe Barton at [email protected] using the subject line: Talent & People Business Partner - Children's Medical Research Institute enquiry via EthicalJobs or 0426 161 985.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, with conversations progressing with suitable candidates throughout the recruitment process. Interviews may commence prior to the closing date, so we encourage early applications.

Impact Advising is committed to creating diverse and inclusive work environments that reflect the rich tapestry of our communities.

We believe that diversity enriches organisations and fosters innovation. We are dedicated to building workforces that are representative of the diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives of our society. We embrace diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, disability and cultural background. We actively seek to foster inclusive workplaces where all employees can bring their whole selves to work, feel respected and valued, and have equal opportunities for growth and advancement. We are committed to providing a fair and unbiased recruitment process and strive to eliminate barriers that may impede the inclusion and participation of underrepresented groups in the workforce.