Human Resources Manager

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About the Organisation

Australian Migration Lawyers is Australia’s largest independent immigration law firm.

The law firm is built on accuracy, responsiveness and trust. AML supports clients across

Australia and overseas, combining legal expertise with structured operational processes.

The team works closely to ensure consistency, predictable service delivery and strong

quality controls. AML is committed to confidentiality, compliance and a professional client

experience at all stages of the migration process.

Purpose of the Role

The HR Manager contributes to human resource operations at Australian Migration

Lawyers.

This includes workforce planning, policy implementation, compliance, employee

engagement, and support to leadership in managing a high-performance and legally

compliant workplace.

The role reports directly to the Staff Partner and acts as a key support to operational

management across recruitment, onboarding, performance, and exit processes.

Responsibilities and Duties

Recruitment & onboarding: Design and execute structured recruitment workflows in

coordination with team leads and the Staff Partner. Ensure seamless onboarding

aligned with company standards and legal requirements.

Employee lifecycle management: Maintain accurate employee records, contracts, and

documentation. Ensure updates to job roles, promotions, confirmations, and exits are timely

and appropriately recorded.

Compliance and Policies

• Ensure all HR practices comply with applicable Australian labour laws. Maintain, update, and educate teams on Company HR policies, code of conduct, and grievance procedures.
• Payroll coordination & benefits administration: Oversee monthly payroll inputs in coordination with Finance. Administer statutory and company benefits (e.g.health insurance, bonuses) and respond to related queries.
• Performance & probation oversight: Support team leads in tracking probation periods, performance cycles, and role confirmations. Facilitate documentation and feedback cycles in line with internal protocols.
• Employee relations & engagement: Serve as a key point of contact for employees on HR matters. Lead periodic engagement initiatives, surveys, and maintain open lines of communication to foster a positive work culture.
• Disciplinary and separation: Manage warning letters, internal inquiries, and structured disciplinary processes, conduct exit interviews and ensure proper offboarding protocols.
• HR systems & process Improvement: Implement and manage digital tools for HR data, attendance, and workflow tracking. Identify areas for improvement in HR service delivery and support process enhancements.

Key Deliverables

• Accurate and timely execution of hiring, onboarding, and probation processes
• Payroll inputs and statutory reporting delivered in coordination with Finance
• HR documentation (contracts, policies, letters) aligned with current law and company standards
• Documented performance and disciplinary processes for each applicable case
• Employee concerns addressed with fairness, timeliness, and discretion

Compliance and Confidentiality

• All HR activities must comply with the applicable Australian labour laws and internal protocols
• Employee information must be maintained securely in approved systems only
• All contracts, records, and communication related to employment must remain confidential

Key Relationships

• Staff Partner
• Finance and Business Administration Manager
• Australian Team Leads (indirect coordination, as required)

Essential Skills

• Legal and policy awareness: Strong knowledge of Australian employment law, statutory compliance, and HR best practices.
• Organisation and record-keeping: Meticulous approach to documentation, accuracy, and process tracking.
• Communication and diplomacy: Confident handling of sensitive issues with professionalism, discretion, and impartiality.
• Technology and systems: Experience with Google Workspace, HRIS tools, and digital records management.
• Leadership and independence: Self-directed, proactive, and able to support business leaders on people strategy and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, or a related field
• 2 or more years of experience in HR operations, including exposure to compliance and performance management
• Prior experience managing HR in a professional services or offshore delivery environment is preferred

Employee Benefits

Employees of Australian Migration Lawyers are entitled to the following benefits:

• 5 weeks of paid annual leave
• Health insurance coverage
• Provident Fund (PF) contributions in accordance with Australian regulations
• Performance-linked bonuses, subject to eligibility and company policy