Junior HR Consultant

We're a medium-sized Human Resourcing Consulting company committed to ensuring that our clients are not only legally compliant but also thriving as employers of choice. Despite our growth we continue to provide a tailored and boutique HR services to our clients. Our HR Consultancy specializes in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Payroll Auditing, HR and Payroll system implementations, Workplace Health and Safety, Recruitment and Workers Compensation. We serve as the guiding hand that small to medium-sized businesses need for comprehensive HR support. What We Offer: We set the bar high for performance and accountability – when you’re on, you’re on. But in return, we’ve built a culture that values flexibility, allowing you to integrate work with the things that matter most. Whether it’s family commitments, hobbies, or personal priorities, we make space for what’s important because we truly believe you can have it all. As a junior consultant you will be mentored by senior consultants and our team leads who specialise in the most complex areas of HR. We’ll help you build deep expertise in award interpretation, pay compliance, restructures, performance management, and the nuances of the Fair Work Act. This is a hands‑on learning environment where you’ll gain exposure to real‑world, challenging scenarios and receive direct guidance from experienced consultants who love to teach. If you’re hungry to learn, curious, and thrive on solving tricky HR problems, you’ll grow faster here than anywhere else. This is a work‑from‑home position, giving you the flexibility to do meaningful, challenging work from wherever you’re most productive. Our team stays connected through regular online catch‑ups and plenty of support to make sure you never feel isolated. The Position: We are experiencing rapid growth company wide, we are looking for a full‑time junior consultant to join our team. Key Responsibilities for the HR and IR Team: Draft expert advice on Award coverage and interpreting awards. Support our team in providing Human Resource and Industrial Relations advice across a variety of industries. Support our team in providing advice regarding managing absenteeism, performance concerns, and serious misconduct matters. Provide administration support on restructure projects, ensuring compliance and clear communication throughout the process. Review, draft, and implement tailored HR policies and procedures. Prepare and issue employment contracts, ensuring they are customised to the client’s industry, Award, and operational needs. Assist with Workers Compensation claims. Assist with payroll audits of varying complexity, from routine checks to extensive investigations over extended periods. Provide support with the implementation of payroll and HRIS systems, including validate client data, identifying and resolving anomalies prior to integration. Create practical learning materials and resources to support managers and staff in system adoption. Who is our ideal Junior Consultant? We’re looking for someone who is hungry to learn and grow with the company. Being early in your HR career is an advantage – we’re looking for someone we can teach from the ground up and help develop into a confident, highly skilled HR professional. 1 – 3 years of HR experience is ideal. You’ll thrive here if you’re the kind of person who wants to understand the why behind every HR decision and gets excited by the Fair Work Act — not just what to do, but why it matters. We value people who can take what they’ve learned in one situation and think critically about how it could apply elsewhere. If you’re curious and motivated to keep developing your expertise, you’ll find endless opportunities to grow with us. How to Apply If this sounds like the perfect next step in your HR career, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter telling us why you’re interested in this role and what excites you about building your HR career with Effective HR, please also include your salary expectation. We look forward to welcoming you to our team. #J-18808-Ljbffr