Human Resources Coordinator

Good people. Good work. Great opportunities.

McCullough Robertson is a commercially focused firm, working with high-calibre national and international clients. We work on big matters in small teams, approaching each day with dedication and professionalism.

We provide exceptional opportunities for our employees to perform, grow and succeed, through extensive training and career development. Our teams work together and support one another to achieve individual, team and firm-wide goals.

Backed by a national team of over 400 staff located in Brisbane and Sydney, McCullough Robertson is a big firm, without the attitude.

The Role

A newly created role and an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Human Resources Coordinator to join McCullough Robertson’s national team. Reporting directly to the Head of Human Resources in Brisbane, you will play a pivotal role in supporting key HR functions across the firm, including operational support, diversity and inclusion initiatives, and firm-wide events.

This varied and fast-paced role offers the chance to work closely with leaders across the business, contribute to meaningful projects, and make a real impact on the firm’s culture and employee experience. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same, this role may be an excellent fit for you.  You will be part of a high-performing and well-regarded team within the business, known for its collaborative culture and commitment to development, offering strong opportunities for your own professional growth and impact.

Key duties will include

• Collaborating closely with the Chief People Officer to drive the Diversity and Inclusion strategy, coordinating committee activities, communications, reporting, and engagement with external networks and community organisations;
• Acting as a point of contact for Diversity and Inclusion enquiries, providing information and induction support to staff, including new starters;
• Managing all administrative aspects of firm committees, including scheduling meetings, preparing agendas and minutes, tracking action items, and maintaining accurate records;
• Leading end-to-end planning and delivery of key internal events such as the EOFY Party, Christmas Party, Law Dinner, and monthly staff drinks, managing budgets, venues, invitations, and logistics;
• Supporting the coordination of monthly staff awards and the firm’s milestone and recognition programs, including anniversary communications;
• Managing the firm’s graduate admission and practising certificate renewal processes for Queensland;
• Provide support to the L&D Executive with the coordination of learning sessions, including room bookings, calendar appointments, catering requests and comms preparation;
• Assisting senior HR leaders with various projects, including engagement survey initiatives, HR policy reviews, performance improvement plans, and HRIS analytics and reporting; and
• Undertaking any additional duties necessary to ensure the effective delivery of HR services across the firm.

Experience

As the successful candidate, you will bring two years of human resources experience and a genuine desire to build your career in this space.

You will be a strong team player and have highly developed verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact with staff at all levels and manage relevant stakeholders. You will have the ability to organise and prioritise workflows with high attention to detail, as well as the ability to self manage, take ownership of tasks and drive timeframes for all activities and projects while keeping relevant stakeholders updated.

Additionally, you will actively contribute to building the capability and development of colleagues by sharing knowledge and training, as well as provide guidance and support to junior team members to foster their growth and ensure consistency in HR practices across the firm.

Furthermore, you will have strong administration skills, including highly developed knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Furthermore, you will have an enthusiastic and proactive approach, with a keen desire to support the HR team and contribute constructively to the team’s activities and projects.

Benefits

At McCullough Robertson, we encourage a balanced work environment.  Our teams enjoy having the opportunity to work in a supportive environment while having fun and achieving results.

We offer the following benefits for our employees:

• Dedicated Diversity committee with an innovative program focusing on all areas of diversity and inclusion;
• Attractive further education program and supportive learning and development opportunities throughout your whole career;
• Mentoring and sponsorship opportunities as well as coaching and leadership support;
• Holistic Health and Wellbeing program including subsidised gym membership and active social and sporting committees; and
• Inhouse barista and end-of-trip facilities.

Inclusion and Diversity

We are a leader in diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating an environment where our employees want to come to work.

Our commitment is to create an accessible and informed workplace, where we can collectively make a difference for everyone, including people with disability, to gain equal opportunities and grow their career at McR.  This is our commitment to diversity and inclusion and how we bring to life our McR values.

An award-winning law firm, we have received the prestigious Employer of Choice for Gender Equality citation for the tenth consecutive year and have recently been awarded by Lawyers Weekly – Diversity Law Firm of the Year.

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply for Job" button, and submit your application on-line. Alternatively, please contact Sophie Sims on 07 3914 8462 for a confidential discussion.

We're an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.