Head of Human Resources
Core
Lead the HR function for an Australian media organization, supporting journalists and editorial teams with people operations, culture, and industrial relations.
Role type
Executive HR Leader (Head of HR)
Builds
HR systems (HRIS), culture initiatives, and workforce support structures for a media organization.
Domain
Media / Publishing / Human Resources
Required skills
Strategic HR leadership, Industrial relations, Union negotiations, Enterprise Agreement management, HRIS implementation, Employee relations, Workforce planning, WHS and wellbeing, Performance management, Australian employment law compliance
Preferred skills
Media or publishing industry experience, Fast-paced operational environment experience
Technologies
HRIS, ATS
Responsibilities
Advise CEO and department heads on people matters; Manage employee lifecycle for mixed workforces; Lead employee relations and disputes; Manage Enterprise Agreements and union relationships; Implement new HRIS; Develop culture and engagement initiatives; Coach leaders on performance; Lead WHS and wellbeing arrangements; Partner on remuneration and budgeting; Strengthen compliance and reporting policies.